Beauden Barrett is named captain of the All Blacks for their upcoming test against Wales, with reports saying it will be his first time leading the team. Coverage highlights that the match follows a “much-changed” New Zealand side, indicating multiple selection shifts for the game.
Several outlets also focus on the return of key players. Stuff.co.nz says Richie Mo’unga comes back after a calf tear, and notes Leicester Fainga’anuku returns as part of the bench setup. BBC Sport likewise frames the story around Barrett captaining the All Blacks for the first time, while still describing the overall team as significantly altered.
Channel NewsAsia repeats the central news that Barrett has been appointed captain and emphasizes the reshaped team for the Wales test, aligning with the broader consensus across outlets.
