Fiji-born All Blacks winger Sevu Reece is set to take the field against Japan this Saturday, positioned on the left wing. This match holds special significance for veteran Blues player Patrick Tuipulotu, who will captivate the All Blacks for the first time in his international career. Additionally, Peter Lakai and Ruben Love are poised to make their debuts after being named among the reserves.
In the front row, Tamaiti Williams, Asafo Aumua, and Pasilio Tosi will be starting, while the locks will comprise Sam Darry and Tuipulotu. On the flanks, Samipeni Finau and Vice Captain Sam Cane will play, with Wallace Sititi occupying the number 8 position.
Cam Roigard is set to make his first start at scrum-half, and Damien McKenzie will operate at flyhalf. Reece will be joined by Mark Tele’a on the wings. The midfield duo will consist of Anton Lienert-Brown and Billy Proctor, while Stephen Perofeta will be stationed at fullback.
Covering the forwards from the bench will be George Bell, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Fletcher Newell, Josh Lord, and Lakai, while TJ Perenara, David Havili, and Love will support the backline. The match will begin at 5:50 PM at Nissan Stadium in Yokohama.
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