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All Blacks Hand Savea Captaincy and Name Debutant Ahead of Second Test

Robertson has integrated fresh talent to bolster continuity after Scott Barrett’s calf tear forced lineup changes

Rugby Union - Japan v New Zealand - Yokohama International Stadium, Yokohama, Japan - October 26, 2024 New Zealand coach Scott Robertson before the match REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
Ardie Savea will captain New Zealand in the second Test against France in the injury-enforced absence of Scott Barrett
France's head coach Fabien Galthie at training in Wellington for the second Test

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