Beauden Barrett has spoken of the "excitement" and "challenge" awaiting the All Blacks on their eagerly anticipated tour to South Africa later this year.
The All Blacks will be without the experienced duo of Beauden Barrett and Ethan de Groot for their Rugby Championship clash against the Wallabies in Perth.
New Zealand are sweating on the fitness of no less than nine players ahead of their Rugby Championship double header against Argentina, starting 16 August.
All Black Beauden Barrett's hand injury will not keep him on the sidelines for as long as initially feared.
Southern hemisphere stars Beauden Barrett and Eben Etzebeth have weighed in on the Six Nations, offering differing perspectives on which teams will shine.
Beauden Barrett said his skill and experience provided the winning blend for the All Blacks in their 24-17 win over England in the second Test at Eden Park on Saturday.