Fijian winger Sevu Reece is set to make his return to the All Blacks for their highly anticipated match against France in Paris, replacing the injured Mark Tele’a on the right wing. This change comes as Coach Scott Robertson makes significant alterations to the starting lineup, including the selection of Beauden Barrett over Damian McKenzie at fly-half. Barrett, a two-time World Rugby player of the year, missed the previous match against Ireland due to a head injury sustained in the victory over England earlier this month.
In addition to Barrett’s return, New Zealand will see the introduction of scrum-half Cam Roigard, flanker Samipeni Finau, and hooker Codie Taylor. These lineup adjustments are crucial as the All Blacks aim for their first win against France since 2018.
Veteran lock Patrick Tuipulotu is also poised to achieve a personal milestone, as he prepares to earn his 50th cap off the bench, marking a decade since his Test debut. The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:10 AM Fiji Time.
The New Zealand team will line up as follows: Will Jordan; Sevu Reece, Rieko Ioane, Jordie Barrett, Caleb Clarke; Beauden Barrett, Cam Roigard; Wallace Sititi, Ardie Savea, Samipeni Finau, Tupou Vaa’i, Scott Barrett, Tyrel Lomax, Codie Taylor, Tamaiti Williams. The replacements include Asafo Aumua, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Pasilio Tosi, Patrick Tuipulotu, Peter Lakai, Cortez Ratima, Anton Lienert-Brown, and Damian McKenzie.
In summary, with strategic changes and key players returning, the All Blacks are prepared to face a formidable French team, and fans are hopeful that these adjustments will lead to a victorious outing.
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