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Dave Rennie’s era as head coach of the All Blacks kicks off next month with a crucial Nations Championship campaign. This first squad announcement is highly anticipated as New Zealand prepares to battle France, Italy, and Ireland.
Their campaign opens against France, a rematch of last year’s three-Test series, where the All Blacks secured a 3-0 victory despite a competitive performance from the tourists. Following that, they face Italy, who recently made history by defeating England for the first time in the Six Nations. The All Blacks have a flawless record against Italy, winning their last encounter 29-11 in Turin.
Rennie’s final challenge in this series could be the most compelling, as they take on Ireland. This clash marks the first meeting in New Zealand since the Irish pulled off a historic 2-1 series win in 2022. Historically, New Zealand has triumphed in all three previous matches against Ireland, with two victories on neutral grounds.
Match officials for these fixtures have been confirmed, with Ben O’Keeffe and Nic Berry officiating two Tests. Fans can catch all the action across various broadcasters, including Sky Sport in New Zealand and ITV in the UK. The excitement builds as Rennie’s All Blacks aim to make their mark in this pivotal championship.
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