Rugby-All Blacks make multiple changes for last tour clash against Wales


  • Rugby
  • Thursday, 20 Nov 2025

Rugby Union - Autumn Internationals - France v New Zealand - Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France - November 16, 2024 New Zealand's Scott Barrett in action REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq

(Reuters) -New Zealand have made extensive changes for Saturday’s test against Wales, handing opportunities to players who have had little or no game time in the previous three November internationals against Ireland, Scotland and England.

Only captain Scott Barrett and flanker Simon Parker remain from the starting line-up against England last weekend. Among the backs, Will Jordan is the only player to retain a spot, but moves from fullback to the wing.

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