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All Blacks Name Squad to Face France in Dunedin Series Opener

  • In Dunedin, the All Blacks unveiled a lineup including four uncapped players for Saturday’s first Test against France amid injury-driven selection changes.
  • Injuries to Wallace Sititi and Luke Jacobson prompted lineup changes, requiring uncapped players to cover key forward positions.
  • Scott Robertson selected starters Holland and Lio-Willie, with Norris and Kirifi on the bench, to debut four uncapped players amid injury-driven lineup changes for Saturday’s Test against France.
  • After the Dunedin opener, the series moves to Wellington on July 12, where France aims for a fourth consecutive win over New Zealand, having recently secured three straight victories.
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The New Zealanders, vice-champions of the world, want to confirm their progress last season against the Blues, before approaching revanchards the next Rugby Championship.

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Planet Rugby broke the news in Dunedin, New Zealand on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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