The All Blacks will soon name their side to face England at Twickenham on Saturday with little change expected to a team that is the most experienced already in its history.
Dan Carter is set for his 100th cap in test rugby when he starts in the position where he has earned most of those 100 caps. Andrew Hore could very well be set for his last ever test cap when he starts at hooker - the 35 year old is set to bow out of rugby with his 83rd cap.
The big dilemma for the selectors is who to retain out of Charles Piutau or Cory Jane with Julian Savea now ready for selection after recovering from his virus. Steve Hansen had hinted that Piutau's form means he deserves selection although given his utility, he is still treasured as a good option off the bench, meaning Savea could start against the English on Saturday.
Could this be the team when it is named on Thursday night our time?
1.Tony Woodcock
2.Andrew Hore
3.Owen Franks
4.Brodie Retallick
5.Sam Whitelock
6.Liam Messam
7.Richie McCaw (captain)
8.Kieran Read
9.Aaron Smith
10.Dan Carter
11.Julian Savea
12.Ma'a Nonu
13.Ben Smith
14.Cory Jane
15.Israel Dagg
16.Dane Coles
17.Wyatt Crockett
18.Charlie Faumuina
19.Steven Luatua
20.Sam Cane
21.Tawera Kerr-Barlow
22.Aaron Cruden
23.Charles Piutau
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