All Blacks Legends Cane and Perenara to Play Final Test Against Italy

Sam Cane and TJ Perenara will bid farewell to international rugby in New Zealand's final 2024 Test match in Turin.

Sam Cane, with 103 caps, will start at openside flanker in his 104th and final match for the All Blacks, while TJ Perenara, with 88 caps, will come off the bench for his farewell appearance.
The match against Italy marks the All Blacks' first-ever game in Turin and their last Test of the 2024 season after a narrow loss to France last weekend.
Coach Scott Robertson has made five changes to the squad, including the return of Ethan de Groot at prop and Anton Lienert-Brown at center, replacing injured players Tamaiti Williams and Jordie Barrett, respectively.
Italy, coached by Gonzalo Quesada, has made six changes to its lineup, including the return of full-back Ange Capuozzo after concussion and Juan Ignacio Brex stepping in as captain for the injured Michele Lamaro.
The All Blacks aim to extend their unbeaten record against Italy, which dates back to 1979, in a match that celebrates the contributions of Cane and Perenara to New Zealand rugby.