Why Dave Rennie’s All Blacks must raise standards in Wellington test

OPINION: Rennie’s All Blacks must significantly progress their patchy starting point.

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PremiumOpinionOpinion byLiam NapierSenior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·10 Jul, 2026 03:17 AM5 mins to readLiam Napier is a Senior Sports Journalist and Rugby Correspondent for New Zealand's Herald.‌By Liam Napier in WellingtonExpectations for the All Blacks to win, and win well, against Italy in Wellington are fully justified.

All Blacks fans could be accused of inherent arrogance at times by dismissing the opposition’s credentials but after naming a seriously strong team to confront Italy,

has ensured his homecoming test must significantly raise the bar.

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