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.
Will Jordan has become the latest All Black to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle.