All Black team to face England named
All Black coach Graham Henry has named his team to face England on Sunday at Twickenham.
Significant are the return of lock Keith Robinson, Nick Evans replacing Dan Carter at first five-eighth and Ma’a Nonu coming in at centre. As well as a complete overhaul of the tight forwards.
Robinson last played for the All Blacks over two years ago. But has suffered from serious knee and back injuries. Recently he made a fairytale return to the Waikato side.
New Zealand: Mils Muliaina, Rico Gear, Ma’a Nonu, Aaron Mauger, Joe Rokocoko, Nick Evans, Byron Kelleher, Chris Masoe, Richie McCaw (c), Reuben Thorne, Chris Jack, Keith Robinson, Carl Hayman, Keven Mealamu, Tony Woodcock. Reserves: Andrew Hore, John Afoa, Clark Dermody, Rodney So’oialo, Andrew Ellis, Daniel Carter, Sitiveni Sivivatu.