Wales coach Warren Gatland says touring New Zealand is still as tough as ever despite the All Blacks missing nine of their 2015 World Cup final winners.
Steve Hansen's side are going through a rebuilding phase with captain Richie McCaw, Dan Carter, Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith among those to quit Test rugby.
Wales opening game in Auckland will be New Zealand's first since beating Australia 34‑17 in the World Cup final last year.
Wales have not beaten New Zealand in 26 matches since 1953.
The All Blacks starting 15's will be announced later this week.
They will host Wales at 7.35pm Saturday while the Wallabies will take on England at 10pm.
Source: Stuff.com
