New Zealand Started the international window on the right foot. It’s coming off a tough 38-31 win over Japan last weekend, and they’ll have more to play for this Saturday. WelshTo prepare France World Cup 2023A tussle in Cardiff, for which he has already confirmed his XV.
There will be just three changes to the team that beat Australia in the Rugby Championship in Auckland almost six weeks ago. However, the All Blacks will make a number of changes to the starting line-up, referring to the recent clash with the Japanese.
In his 113th Test, Aaron Smith overtook Don Carter to become New Zealand’s most dismissed wicket-taker. Meanwhile, Sam Whitelock will get his first meeting as captain since Sam Kane’s injury.
Bouton and Jordy Barrett return to the side, joining their brother Scott, with Ethan de Groot, Cody Taylor and Tyrell Lomax in the front row. Brady Retallick did not appear after the red card in the win over Brave Blossoms.
Heading into this second Test, select team coach Ian Foster expects more from his players. “Playing Wales is always an exciting challenge. We have a lot of players coming back and we know we have to play with more intensity against this physical Welsh side,” he told the media.
“Last year, due to the Covid-19 norms, the roof of the Principality Stadium was opened, but this time, it will be closed. This will ensure a wonderful atmosphere for fans and players,” he said.
For the Red Dragons side, the starting line-up to take on the All Blacks has been confirmed and they will do so in front of Lee Halfpenny, who has been out for over a year due to injury, and debutant winger Rio Dyer. .
New captain Justin DeBurich enters the squad after his own exit, as does winger Ken Owens, while Will Rowlands and Adam Beard are in the second row. That means Alun Wyn Jones, the most capped player, will be one of the substitutes, looking to extend his record of 165 caps.
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has backed newcomer Dyer for an immediate impact. “He has adapted very well and quickly. He thrives in this environment. He is a young man who brings with him a form in the team,” he said.
“He’s put in some great efforts and is full of confidence. It means a lot to a young lad, playing his Test debut in front of a big crowd. There’s no better way to start your career, so we wish him well.” .
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