 Henry 's tenure began with a double victory over 2003 Rugby World Cup winners England in 2004 . The two games had an aggregate score of 72 – 15 , and England were kept try @-@ less . Despite the winning start to Henry 's tenure , the Tri @-@ Nations was a mixed success with two wins and two losses . The competition was the closest ever , bonus points decided the outcome , and New Zealand finishing last . The 2004 season finished with three wins in Europe , including a record 45 – 6 victory over France . 
