Trio of All Blacks legends want Thomond Park back in touring mix

A trio of All Blacks legends has called for New Zealand to return to midweek tour fixtures and put the likes of Thomond Park back on the itinerary in the post-pandemic world.
Trio of All Blacks legends want Thomond Park back in touring mix
Thu, 30 Apr, 2020 - 19:10
Simon Lewis

Picture: Matt Browne / SPORTSFILE
Picture: Matt Browne / SPORTSFILE

A trio of All Blacks legends has called for New Zealand to return to midweek tour fixtures and put the likes of Thomond Park back on the itinerary in the post-pandemic world.

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