Beauden Barrett says being omitted from the New Zealand All Blacks Test side in recent months has been mentally challenging. The experienced utility back describes the difficulty of being on the fringes of the team and acknowledges it has affected him.
Barrett says the key for him is how he responds to the setback. Across the coverage, he emphasizes regaining focus, bouncing back, and concentrating on what he does well—particularly maintaining consistency in his performances while awaiting selection. While the reports centre on his personal reflections, they converge on the same point: the omission from Tests was not only a selection issue but also a psychological one, prompting him to adjust his mindset and preparation during the period away from the lineup.
