Oliver to miss first test

ALL BLACKS hooker Anton Oliver is out of contention for the first test against the Lions. He has failed to recover from his calf injury and will not play in Christchurch next Saturday.

Tuiali’i is also highly unlikely to play, with the nerve problem in his back still causing problems. Derren Witcombe and Jono Gibbes officially move into the 26, although Gibbes is still battling a foot problem.

All Blacks doctor Graham Patterson said Gibbes will eventually need three months sustained rest but is confident they can manage him through.