Beauden Barrett Starts for All Blacks in Bledisloe II

New Zealand's Beauden Barrett has been recalled to start as fly-half for the All Blacks in the second Bledisloe Cup Test against Australia in Wellington, replacing Damian McKenzie, who drops to the bench. This match also marks Sam Cane's 100th Test, making him the 13th All Black to reach this milestone. Coach Scott Robertson highlighted the need to give new opportunities while supporting McKenzie’s potential impact from the bench. Barrett will team up with scrum-half TJ Perenara, revitalizing a partnership that has proven successful in Super Rugby. Other changes include Anton Lienert-Brown stepping in for the injured Jordie Barrett at inside centre. The All Blacks aim to overcome a five-match winless streak in Wellington, with the coach expressing excitement for a complete performance against the Wallabies.