On the latest Rugby Direct podcast from the United Kingdom, the All Blacks have launched their end-of-year tour in style with a convincing win over Scotland. What did we learn from the performance, and how does it set them up for the challenges ahead?

With Wales next on the agenda this weekend, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the key talking points, standout performers and what to expect from the rest of the tour.

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On the latest Rugby Direct podcast from the United Kingdom, the All Blacks have launched their end-of-year tour in style with a convincing win over Scotland. What did we learn from the performance, and how does it set them up for the challenges ahead?
With Wales next on the agenda this weekend, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the key talking points, standout performers and what to expect from the rest of the tour.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Rugby Direct Episode 268: Tour Starts Strong for the All Blacks

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On the latest Rugby Direct podcast from Cardiff, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier assess the All Blacks side named for Sunday morning’s (NZT) match against Wales.

Coach Dave Rennie has made a whopping 10 changes to his side, including first test starts for Anton Segner and Fehi Fineanganofo – what do they need to do this week to force their way into the starting side on a more regular basis?

They also discuss the other selections including the captaincy being handed to Beauden Barrett for the first time at test level.

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On the latest Rugby Direct podcast from Cardiff, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier assess the All Blacks side named for Sunday morning’s (NZT) match against Wales.
Coach Dave Rennie has made a whopping 10 changes to his side, including first test starts for Anton Segner and Fehi Fineanganofo – what do they need to do this week to force their way into the starting side on a more regular basis?
They also discuss the other selections including the captaincy being handed to Beauden Barrett for the first time at test level.
LISTEN ABOVE

Rugby Direct Episode 269: Wholesale changes for Wales in Cardiff

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In the latest Rugby Direct from Edinburgh, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down Dave Rennie’s team set to face Scotland as the All Blacks chase Nations Championship glory.

The pair analyse the key selection calls, discuss where the match could be won and lost, and assess what's at stake in a pivotal test.  

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In the latest Rugby Direct from Edinburgh, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down Dave Rennie’s team set to face Scotland as the All Blacks chase Nations Championship glory.
The pair analyse the key selection calls, discuss where the match could be won and lost, and assess what's at stake in a pivotal test.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Rugby Direct Episode 267: Rennie names side for Scotland showdown

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The All Blacks squad for the end-of-year tour has been named, and the selection debate is already heating up.  

On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the winners and losers from the squad announcement, debating who’s fortunate to be on the plane and who can count themselves unlucky to miss out.  

They also discuss the significance of the northern tour for first-year All Blacks coach Dave Rennie, with a demanding schedule set to provide a major test of his tenure so far. 

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The All Blacks squad for the end-of-year tour has been named, and the selection debate is already heating up. &nbsp;
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier break down the winners and losers from the squad announcement, debating who’s fortunate to be on the plane and who can count themselves unlucky to miss out. &nbsp;
They also discuss the significance of the northern tour for first-year All Blacks coach Dave Rennie, with a demanding schedule set to provide a major test of his tenure so far.&nbsp;
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Rugby Direct Episode 266: All Blacks selection winners and losers

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Rugby Direct Episode 268: Tour Starts Strong for the All Blacks

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