The All Blacks have revealed their new jersey and former captain Richie McCaw will be happy since it is still black with a fern.
The new jersey which is the strongest ever was unveiled in Auckland this morning.
It will be seen on‑field for the first time when the All Blacks play Ireland in Chicago next Saturday.
All Blacks flanker Jerome Kaino says the new jersey was comfortable and very tough and not too easy for opposition to grab hold of.
The adidas research and development team says the jersey was the strongest they have produced with a design aimed at helping the team maintain their number one position in world rugby.
The jersey was developed over a two‑year testing process, incorporating feedback from All Blacks squad members Owen Franks, Malakai Fekitoa and Captain Kieran Read, who tested the system throughout the 2016 international season.
The strength of the jersey was said to lie in the way the fabric was digitally woven together; with the weave producing the strongest rugby jersey adidas has ever created, reducing the likelihood of ripping.
This also helped to retain the jersey's shape under the physical demands of the modern game.
The fabric also offered a four‑way stretch, giving a more personalised fit and even greater comfort.
The new All Blacks jersey supports the players’ kinetic chain and strengthened posture.
It will also improve core stability and movement efficiency.
Source: stuff.co.nz
