Bower, Parker and Carter into All Blacks starting XV for second test against Springboks
The All Blacks have announced lineup changes for their second test against the Springboks in Cape Town. Several players are sidelined due to injury, leading to tactical shifts in the forward pack and backline.
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Updates on international rugby team strategy and player availability for a high-profile sporting event.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has made several changes from the team that beat the Springboks at Ellis Park for Sunday morning's second test in Cape Town.
Prop George Bower, who helped steady the All Blacks scrum after coming off the bench in last weekend's 33-16 win in Johannesburg , replaces Ethan de Groot, who is out with concussion, in the starting front row.
Codie Taylor and Tyrel Lomax are retained at hooker and prop respectively.
Tupou Vaa'i moves from blindside to lock, replacing Josh Lord, who was also ruled out of the second test following a head clash with de Groot last week at Ellis Park.
Vaa'i will partner with Fabian Holland in the second row.
Tupou Vaa'i switches from the loose forwards to lock.
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