Codie Taylor to captain All Blacks against Bulls with key players rested
Hooker Codie Taylor will captain the All Blacks for the first time in a match against the Bulls, with several key players held back ahead of the first test against the Springboks.
Codie Taylor will lead the All Blacks as captain for the first time when they face the Bulls. The team will be without several star players including wing Will Jordan and halfback Cam Roigard, who are being rested ahead of the upcoming test match against the Springboks. Ardie Savea is also unavailable for the fixture.
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