
Super Rugby U20 Player of the Tournament Eli Oudenryn has been named in the match-day 23. He is joined by Charlie Sinton, a standout during the Chiefs’ senior squad pre-season, who recorded the fastest time in the team’s bronco fitness test.
Manawatū’s Mosese Bason will assume the captaincy for this match, following in the footsteps of his brother Vernon, who led the side in 2024.
Starting XV:
- Sika Pole
- Eli Oudenryn
- Riley Tofilau
- Xavier Treacy
- Josh Tengblad
- Finn McLeod
- Caleb Woodley
- Mosese Bason (c)
- Charlie Sinton
- Will Cole
- David Lewai
- Tayne Harvey
- Cooper Roberts
- Maloni Kunawave
- Stanley Solomon (vc)
Reserves:
- Shaun Kempton
- Tamiano Ahloo
- Robson Faleafā
- Harry Irving
- Micah Fale
- Jai Tamati
- Rico Simpson
- Taniela Maisiri
Fans in New Zealand can watch the match live on Sky Sport, with highlights available post-match on NZR+ and the All Blacks YouTube channel.