![]() We’ve got a chance in a slightly bigger squad to bring him in and see where it goes.”įoster also admitted the performances in the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals did change the squad, but was pleased with the variety of his 36 players selected. I guess it’s his versatility that’s going to be critical for us. He’s courageous under the ball, a great chaser of the ball. It’s probably been a selection by necessity. ![]() But his versatility - I thought he’s played really well on the wing. It’s an area with Davy and Quinn on the injured list, it’s a chance for us to have a look at him there. “We see Dallas primarily being a midfielder. Other notable names to miss selection were Hoskins Sotutu (not in either squad), Akira Ioane and Brad Weber.įoster detailed the qualities that saw McLeod force his way into the squad. McLeod got the nod in midfield over Crusaders teammate Jack Goodhue, who was included in the second-string All Blacks XV squad, and incoming Crusader Levi Aumua, who wasn’t selected for either squad. “We have a new group of exciting players who will be keen to make a difference in the All Black jersey.”Īnother uncapped player, Shaun Stevenson, was a surprising omission but has been added as injury cover for Mark Telea. “This is very special day for them and their families who I’m sure will be extremely proud of their achievements,” Foster said. McLeod has bolted in to the 36-man Rugby Championship squad as one of five new caps named by All Blacks coach Ian Foster, joining Crusaders prop Tamaiti Williams, Chiefs loose forward Samipeni Finau, Hurricanes halfback Cam Roigard and Chiefs winger Emoni Narawa as the new faces. Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonald PodcastĬrusaders midfielder Dallas McLeod is the biggest surprise in the All Blacks’ first squad of 2023.Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills Podcast.The Resident Builder Podcast with Peter Wolfkamp.Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Podcast.Sportstalk with D'Arcy Waldegrave Podcast.Simon Barnett & James Daniels Afternoons Podcast.Unavailable for selection due to injury – Ethan Blackadder, Jack Goodhue, Josh Lord, Joe Moody and Quinn Tupaea. Leicester Fainga’anuku (22, Crusaders / Tasman, 2) Jordie Barrett (25, Hurricanes / Taranaki, 45) Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (29, Blues / Auckland, 2) Stephen Perofeta (25, Blues / Taranaki, 1)īraydon Ennor (25, Crusaders / Canterbury, 5)ĭavid Havili (27, Crusaders / Tasman, 21)Īnton Lienert-Brown (27, Chiefs / Waikato, 56) Richie Mo’unga (28, Crusaders / Canterbury, 41) ![]() Hoskins Sotutu (24, Blues / Counties Manukau, 12)įolau Fakatava (22, Highlanders / Hawke’s Bay, 2)Īaron Smith (33, Highlanders / Manawatu, 111)īeauden Barrett (31, Blues / Taranaki, 109) Shannon Frizell (28, Highlanders / Tasman, 21)ĭalton Papali’i (24, Blues / Counties Manukau, 18)Īrdie Savea (28, Hurricanes / Wellington, 67) Sam Cane – Captain (30, Chiefs / Bay of Plenty, 85) Samuel Whitelock (33, Crusaders / Canterbury, 140) Scott Barrett (28, Crusaders / Taranaki, 55)īrodie Retallick (31, Chiefs / Hawke’s Bay, 98) Ofa Tu’ungafasi (30, Blues / Northland, 48) Tyrel Lomax (26, Hurricanes / Tasman, 20)įletcher Newell (22, Crusaders / Canterbury, 4) Nepo Laulala (31, Blues / Counties Manukau, 42) Samisoni Taukei’aho (25, Chiefs / Waikato, 17)Ĭodie Taylor (31, Crusaders / Canterbury, 72)Įthan de Groot (24, Highlanders / Southland, 10) Go to commentsĭane Coles (35, Hurricanes / Wellington, 84) JRL1 - As is but maybe change the name so it doesn't sound like a League competition (12 teams)Īnother option is to add the Italian teams for the RE Super Cup which isn't great as it's not a tier 1 competition but Argentina lacks a side in any tier 1 competitions as well. Rugby Europe Super Cup - As is but eventually add teams from Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Czechia, Poland, working up to 16 teams. (16 total)ĥ teams from South Africa (bring back Cheetahs), 1 each from Namibia, Kenya and Zimbabwe. (14 totalħ current teams plus 1 more from Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay each, 5 more from the United States, 1 more from Canada. Top 14 - As is but absorb the 2 existing Italian teams into the French structure. Operate exactly as URC does now with Scots-Welsh Shield, Irish Shield, England North, England South. How global club rugby should be organizedĨ English clubs, 4 Irish provinces 2 Welsh regions and the 2 Scottish teams.
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