Faletau is ready for big clash with Read

Taulupe Faletau admits "there are no obvious weaknesses" presented by his prospective opposite number ahead of Saturday’s Millennium Stadium clash between Wales and New Zealand.

Wales star Faletau, rated among the northern hemisphere’s finest number eights, is set to line up against current world leader in that position Kieran Read.

Read, the 2013 International Rugby Board world player of the year, is firmly established as a pivotal member of coach Steve Hansen’s all-conquering All Blacks side. Read has featured in five winning New Zealand teams against Wales, and Faletau is fully aware of the threat he poses.