All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says Josh Ioane’s All Blacks debut will eventually come.
The rookie first five was the only new player not to feature in the 20‑16 victory over Argentina in Buenos Aires yesterday morning.
The 23-year-old had to watch as Braydon Ennor, Luke Jacobson, Atu Moli and Sevu Reece all earned their first Test caps.
Hansen says the match situation wasn't right to introduce the youngster and the process with him is that it's going to take a little bit of time.
Ioane will now likely drop out of the All Blacks' playing 23, with Richie Mo'unga likely to be available for this weekend's clash with South Africa in Wellington.
The All Blacks will take on South Africa at 7.35pm on Saturday.
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