Seven new caps in All Blacks squad to face Ireland

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has drafted in seven new caps for the forthcoming Steinlager Series of three Test matches against Ireland.

Sun, 03 Jun, 2012 - 12:37

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has drafted in seven new caps for the forthcoming Steinlager Series of three Test matches against Ireland.

Squad mainstays Richie McCaw, Conrad Smith and Dan Carter have been joined by a host of new faces and three fresh additions from a Chiefs team that are currently leading the Super Rugby league.

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