TJ Perenara will miss the second test between the All Blacks and England due to a knee injury sustained during the first test, with the extent of the injury still under evaluation. While the injury is not as severe as initially feared, Perenara will not be fit to play at Eden Park, leading to Finlay Christie likely starting and Cortez Ratima expected to debut. Noah Hotham has been included in the squad as cover for the inexperienced halfback line-up. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland expressed optimism about Perenara's recovery, emphasizing the need to unlock England's defense in the upcoming match.