Star New Zealand utility back Beauden Barrett has admitted that he does not know in which position he will play for the All Blacks during the upcoming international season.
Veteran scrumhalf Brad Weber's World Cup hopes took a major blow after not being announced in New Zealand's primary Test squad.
All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have announced a squad of 36 players for the upcoming Rugby Championship.
All Blacks wing Leicester Fainga'anuku will leave New Zealand after the Rugby World Cup after signing a deal with French club Toulon.
Two-time Rugby World Cup winner Richie McCaw has expressed his support for arch-rivals Australia, believing they have the potential to spring a major surprise in France.
Veteran All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock will be heading to Pau in the Top14 on a two-year deal after the Rugby World Cup in France signalling the end of an illustrious Test career.