All Blacks Ready for Victory Against England with New Faces

Exciting Lineup Revealed for All Blacks vs England Match

The All Blacks team to play England in the opening match of the 2024 Steinlager Ultra Low Carb Series at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin has been named . Head Coach Scott Robertson , along with his co - selectors , have chosen a formidable squad of 23 players for the upcoming game . The match , scheduled for Saturday 6 July , will see the All Blacks take on England at 7.05 PM ( NZST).

1 . Ethan de Groot ( 22)

2 . Codie Taylor ( 85)

3 . Tyrel Lomax ( 32)

4 . Scott Barrett ( 69 ) ( Captain)

5 . Patrick Tuipulotu ( 43)

6 . Samipeni Finau ( 1)

7 . Dalton Papalii ( 32)

8 . Ardie Savea ( 81 ) ( Vice Captain)

9 . TJ Perenara ( 80)

10 . Damian McKenzie ( 47)

11 . Mark Telea ( 9)

12 . Jordie Barrett ( 57 ) ( Vice Captain)

13 . Rieko Ioane ( 67)

14 . Sevu Reece ( 23)

15 . Stephen Perofeta ( 3)

All Blacks Ready to Take on England with New Faces

The All Blacks team for the upcoming match will be captained by lock Scott Barrett for the first time and will also feature Test recalls for halfback TJ Perenara , right wing Sevu Reece , blindside flanker Samipeni Finau , and fullback Stephen Perofeta . Head Coach Scott Robertson expressed confidence in the selected players , stating that they have prepared well and are ready to face England in front of a sold - out stadium in Dunedin.

Former All Blacks scrum - half Justin Marshall has highlighted the need for change within the All Blacks camp , pointing out that complacency has been a longstanding issue . Marshall believes that under the leadership of Scott Robertson , the team will undergo a revitalization that could lead to a new era of dominance for the All Blacks . The coaching staff , including Jason Ryan and a host of New Faces , aims to bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the team.

Learning from Past Failures to Secure Victory

Marshall emphasized the importance of learning from past failures , especially in major tournaments like the World Cup . With a new coaching setup and a renewed sense of enthusiasm , the All Blacks are poised to address their weaknesses and improve their performance on the field . Players like Ardie Savea , with 81 Test caps , and Beauden Barrett , with 123 Test caps , bring a wealth of experience to the squad , while newcomers like Samipeni Finau and Sevu Reece add youthful energy to the team . The upcoming match against England marks the beginning of a new chapter for the All Blacks , with high hopes for success in the 2024 Test season.