Analysis: The three big selection issues for All Blacks
Three selection questions dominate the All Blacks' preparation for the next test.
Patrick McKendry··2 min read
Analysis: The three big selection issues for All Blacks
Three selection questions dominate the All Blacks' preparation for the next test.
The first is the balance of the loose forward trio, where injury and form have shifted the options available.
The second concerns midfield combinations, with selectors weighing defensive stability against attacking spark.
The third is the back three, where coaches must decide whether to prioritise aerial security or counter-attacking threat.
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