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.
England's hopes of recording a famous win at Eden Park were foiled by a Beauden Barrett-inspired comeback from New Zealand, as the All Blacks secured a 24-17 victory.
All Blacks legend Dan Carter believes that the flyhalf shirt will be primarily contested by Beauden Barrett and Damian McKenzie in 2024.