Sunday, 2 November: All Blacks XV v Barbarians, Live on Sky Sport 2 from 2am NZT. Information on where to watch outside of New Zealand can be found HERE.
Papali’i is one of four capped All Blacks in the match-day 23 named by All Blacks XV Head Coach Jamie Joseph with experienced utility back David Havili also named to start in the No.12 jersey.
All Blacks XV match-day 23:
1. Xavier Numia
2. Jack Taylor
3. George Dyer
4. Josh Beehre
5. Caleb Delany
6. Kaylum Boshier
7. Dalton Papali’i
8. Devan Flanders
9. Xavier Roe
10. Josh Jacomb
11. Etene Nanai-Seturo
12. David Havili
13. Daniel Rona
14. Caleb Tangitau
15. Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens
16. Bradley Slater
17. Josh Fusitua
18. Siale Lauaki
19. Jamie Hannah
20. Sean Withy
21. Kyle Preston
22. Rivez Reihana
23. Braydon Ennor
Papali’i (37 Tests) and Havili (30 Tests) are joined in the squad by two other capped All Blacks in halfback Kyle Preston and versatile back Braydon Ennor who will provide impact from the reserves.
All Blacks XV Head Coach Jamie Joseph said:
“We’re expecting three tough matches on this tour and the experience and leadership of Dalton and our other senior players will be valuable for what will be three exciting challenges. We’ve selected an exciting squad full of talented players who have a great opportunity to showcase their talents in a black jersey and on an international stage.”
Papali’i wears the No.7 jersey in a versatile loose trio combination with Devan Flanders and Kaylum Boshier, while Havili forms an experienced midfield with Daniel Rona.
The backline will be guided by first five-eighth Josh Jacomb with Etene Nanai-Seturo, Caleb Tangitau and Jacob Ratumatavuki-Kneepkens forming a back three full of attacking intent.
Former New Zealand U20 hooker Jack Taylor wears the black jersey at a senior level for the first time and starts between props Xavier Numia and George Dyer, while Caleb Delany joins the squad to take his place at lock next to Josh Beehre.
All Blacks XV 2025 schedule:
Sunday 2 November
All Blacks XV vs Barbarians, Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford, kick-off 2.15am NZST (Saturday 1 November 13:15pm local time). Live on Sky Sport 2 from 2am.
Sunday 9 November
All Blacks XV vs England A, The Recreational Ground, Bath, kick-off 2.15am NZST (Saturday 8 November, 13:15pm local time). Live on Sky Sport Select from 2am
Sunday 16 November
All Blacks XV v Uruguay, Stade Raoul Barrière, France, kick-off 4.00am NZST (Saturday 15 November 16:00pm local time)
