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Nick Bewley: Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist on the new All Blacks squad
Scott Robertson has called up five new faces for his first All Blacks class of 2025, with his 35-man squad for next month’s series against France named.
Following a spate of injuries and departures offshore, Robertson has put his faith in four newcomers to face Les Bleus, themselves weakened by an inability to select from their full complement for the tour opener.
All Blacks regulars Dalton Papali'i, Ethan Blackadder, and David Havili have been left out of the squad to play France next month.
The 33-player group features five uncapped players - Ollie Norris, Brodie McAlister, Fabian Holland…
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