Fijian winger Sevu Reece is set to make his return for the All Blacks as they face France in an important match in Paris tomorrow morning. Reece steps in for the injured Mark Tele’a on the right wing.
Coach Scott Robertson has also made a significant change in the fly-half position, opting for Beauden Barrett over Damian McKenzie. Barrett, who missed last week’s victory against Ireland due to a head injury sustained in the match against England on November 2, brings his experience to the field. This decision is part of five changes Robertson has implemented for the upcoming match.
In addition to Barrett and Reece, scrum-half Cam Roigard, flanker Samipeni Finau, and hooker Codie Taylor will also feature prominently, as New Zealand seeks to break their winless streak against France since 2018.
A notable highlight of the match will be experienced lock Patrick Tuipulotu, who is poised to earn his 50th cap from the bench, marking a decade since his Test debut.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:10 AM Fiji Time, offering fans an exciting matchup to look forward to.
The All Blacks 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 bench includes Asafo Aumua, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Pasilio Tosi, Patrick Tuipulotu, Peter Lakai, Cortez Ratima, Anton Lienert-Brown, and Damian McKenzie.
This matchup not only presents an opportunity for the All Blacks to assert their dominance against a formidable French side but also showcases the depth and talent within the New Zealand squad, creating optimism for fans and players alike.
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