All Blacks name five debutants in Scott Barrett-led squad for three France Tests

Scott Robertson, the New Zealand head coach, has unveiled his 33-man squad for the upcoming three-Test series against France, featuring five uncapped players. Scott Barrett will captain the side, which sees the return of Samisoni Taukei'aho and Quinn Tupaea. Notable omissions include Dalton Papali'i and David Havili. Robertson described the squad selection as a mix of 'continuity and opportunity', aiming to blend experience with fresh talent ahead of the Tests in Dunedin, Wellington, and Hamilton next month.