All Blacks coach Dave Rennie names his first side of the year for test against France
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has announced his first squad of the year for the upcoming test against France, featuring a mix of experienced players and debutants. The selection is based on recent Super Rugby performance.
Why it matters
Rugby is a major sport in New Zealand and France, and international test matches are significant cultural and sporting events.
New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has been true to his word of selecting on form, handing the reins at first-five to Ruben Love.
The article is a standard sports roster announcement with no political or subjective bias.
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