Overview
- Patrick Tuipulotu was hospitalized after the Cordoba win and failed a head-impact assessment, leaving his Rugby Championship availability in doubt.
- RugbyPass reported both Tuipulotu and Anton Lienert-Brown will return to New Zealand on Wednesday for recovery.
- Scott Robertson named Josh Lord and Samipeni Finau as cover in the second row, with Quinn Tupaea and Timoci Tavatavanawai available in midfield.
- Loose forward Wallace Sititi and prop Tamaiti Williams are fit for selection after leg injuries, with managed minutes planned on their return.
- Robertson indicated possible rotation to build depth, with uncapped halfback Kyle Preston and flanker Simon Parker among the options in the squad.