29 Sep 2023

ABs back in World Cup action tomorrow in must-win against Italy

From Checkpoint, 6:18 pm on 29 September 2023

The All Blacks are back in World Cup action tomorrow morning following a week off in Bordeux, with their match against Italy a must win as both teams chase a place in the quarter-finals. The game will be Sam Whitelock's 149th test, with the veteran lock set to surpass Richie McCaw as the most capped All Black. Italy have never beaten New Zealand, but following an opening match defeat to France, the All Blacks aren't taking the Azzuri lightly and the Italians are quietly confident they can cause an upset. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.