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All Blacks squad named for rematch against Argentina in Buenos Aires
Sport Nation • August 22nd, 2025 7:30 am
Wallace Sititi | Photo: Photosport
Coach Scott Robertson has announced his matchday squad for the All Blacks' second Test against Argentina in Buenos Aires on Sunday (NZ time).
Robertson has made just one change to the starting XV changes from the team which beat the Pumas 41-24 in their Rugby Championship opener, with Simon Parker pacing down at No. 8 for his Test debut.
Tamaiti Williams and Wallace Sititi have each been named to the bench, where they'll make their respective returns from injury.
Lock Josh Lord comes into the squad for Patrick Tuipulotu, who was ruled out due to a minor facial fracture, while midfielder Quinn Tupaea will provide impact from the reserves.
"All of the players who have come into the squad have worked really hard and earned their place at training and it’s great to have Tamaiti and Wallace back in the mix," said coach Scott Robertson.
"Our bench will bring energy and impact to the battle.”
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Hooker Codie Taylor will play his 100th Test for the All Blacks, having made his debut way back in 2015 against the same opponent in Christchurch.
"Codie is a great All Black. He carries a huge amount of mana in our group and it’s important we put out a performance that makes him and his whānau proud," added Robertson
The way he carries himself and the example he sets are testament to him as a person and he will front this week in the same way he has for the past 99 Tests.
“Equally, it’s a special day for Simon and his family. He’s earned his selection through performance and consistency. He’s a big, physical man, and he’s ready to make an impact.”
New Zealand have lifted three of the last four Rugby Championship winners' trophies, with South Africa claiming the spoils in 2024.
All Blacks team to play Argentina:
1. Ethan de Groot, 2. Codie Taylor, 3. Fletcher Newell, 4. Scott Barrett (C), 5. Fabian Holland, 6. Tupou Vaa’i, 7. Ardie Savea, 8. Simon Parker, 9. Cortez Ratima, 10. Beauden Barrett, 11. Rieko Ioane, 12. Jordie Barrett, 13. Billy Proctor, 14. Sevu Reece, 15. Will Jordan.
Bench: 16. Samisoni Taukei’aho, 17. Tamaiti Williams, 18. Pasilio Tosi, 19. Josh Lord, 20. Wallace Sititi, 21. Finlay Christie, 22. Quinn Tupaea, 23. Damian McKenzie.
