'I blacked out for a little bit': Meet the five new All Blacks

All Blacks name five debutants in squad for France Tests

New Zealand coach Scott Robertson named five debutants Monday in a 33-man squad skippered by Scott Barrett for three Tests against France, as Dalton Papali'i, Ethan Blackadder and David Havili missed…

'I blacked out for a little bit': Meet the five new All Blacks

Five players are on the verge of becoming All Blacks after being named in Scott Robertson’s first squad of the 2025 season . Ollie Norris, Brodie McAlister,...

All Blacks name five debutants in Scott Barrett-led squad for three France Tests

Scott Robertson, the New Zealand head coach, has unveiled his 33-man squad for the upcoming three-Test series against France, featuring five uncapped players. Scott Barrett will captain the side, which sees the return of Samisoni Taukei'aho and Quinn Tupaea. Notable omissions include Dalton Papali'i and David Havili. Robertson described the squad selection as a mix of 'continuity and opportunity', aiming to blend experience with fresh talent ahe…

Robertson names All Blacks squad to take on France with five new caps - Daily Telegraph NZ

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has unveiled his first squad of 2025, emphasising a balance of continuity and fresh talent. Around 75% of the squad toured in 2024, while five uncapped players – Ollie, Brodie, Fabian, Du’Plessis, and Timoci – join after standout Super Rugby performances. Scott Barrett returns as captain, supported by vice-captains Ardie Savea and Jordie Barrett. Hooker Samisoni Taukei’aho and midfielder Quinn Tupaea also ma…

The All Blacks coaches break down the first squad of 2025

Robertson, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan sat down with Sky Sport's Laura McGoldrick post the squad announcement, with Robertson saying that the first squad always comes with a challenge.