Leone Nakarawa
An athletic ball-carrying lock, Nakarawa excels in the open field. He brings a high skill level and has an offloading game that puts his team-mates into space. Previously with Racing 92, he now plays for the Glasgow Warriors and in Europe as one of the world’s top locks. Shutting him down will be key for the All Blacks.
Nemani Nadolo
Big, powerful and athletic. New Zealand will remember Nadolo’s danger very well from his time with the Crusaders. A giant winger in the Jonah Lomu mould, he will be a handful for the All Blacks defence. At 33 years old, he is no longer as young as he was, but he remains a player you do not want to let get into space.
Peceli Yato
A big and dynamic loose forward, Yato is another potent threat with ball in hand. Strong and nimble, he can break tackles and beat defenders at will. Defensively, he is brutal. Made a huge impact in Fiji’s opener at the last Rugby World Cup against the Wallabies, before being forced from the field with a concussion.
