Former NRL star, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to make his debut off the bench for the All Blacks in their crucial series-decider against Ireland.
Coach, Ian Foster has made five changes to the lineup with the biggest adjustment being the return of Sam Whitelock at lock, allowing Scott Barrett to move back to the No.6 jersey.
In the front row, Nepo Laulala has come straight into the starting XV at tighthead.
The backline has also had an injection of Crusaders put into it, with Sevu Reece moving to the left wing for the promotion of Will Jordan to the starting lineup at No.14 while David Havili will start in the midfield alongside Rieko Ioane.
Experienced hooker Dane Coles will cover starter Codie Taylor while Akira Ioane has also been called into the reserves.
The All Blacks will face Ireland at 7.05pm Saturday.
1. George Bower, 2. Codie Taylor, 3. Nepo Laulala, 4. Brodie Retallick, 5. Sam Whitelock 6. Scott Barrett, 7. Sam Cane [C], 8. Ardie Savea, 9. Aaron Smith, 10. Beauden Barrett, 11. Sevu Reece, 12. David Havili, 13. Rieko Ioane, 14. Will Jordan, 15. Jordie Barrett
Reserves: 16. Dane Coles, 17. Aidan Ross, 18. Ofa Tuungafasi, 19. Akira Ioane, 20. Dalton Papalii, 21. Folau Fakatava, 22. Richie Mo’unga, 23. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck*
[Source: 1news.co.nz]
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