Star utility back Dane Haylett‑Petty is confident the Wallabies are closing the gap on the powerful All Blacks, but it remains to be seen whether that will translate into Bledisloe Cup success this year.

The Wallabies have not won the Bledisloe Cup since 2002 and Haylett‑Petty is desperate to end that 16‑year drought.

This year's three‑match series begins in Sydney on August 18, before games in New Zealand and Japan.

The Wallabies were blown away in last year's Bledisloe Cup opener in Sydney, trailing 54‑6 at one point on the way to a 54‑34 loss.

In a bid to avoid another tardy start, Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has organised a trial game for Friday night in Sydney.

The Wallabies will be up against a side featuring Wallabies squad members, Super Rugby players, and also Western Force players.

Haylett‑Petty is confident of what the Wallabies will produce against the All Blacks.

[Source:Stuff.co.nz]

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