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Injury forces All Blacks to reshuffle backline for France Test

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Fri, Jul 18
Rieko Ioane in action against France in Dunedin.

Rieko Ioane in action against France in Dunedin. (Source: Photosport)

The All Blacks have been forced to reshuffle their backline after a tight hamstring forced Rieko Ioane to withdraw from the team for the third Test against France in Hamilton tomorrow night.

Initially named in the 11 jersey, his withdrawal means Will Jordan come into the starting line-up on the right wing.

Sevu Reece will move to the left wing and Jordie Barrett moves onto the bench.

Coach Scott Robertson named a much-changed 23 for tomorrow's Test, with the All Blacks holding a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

A number of players will be making their first All Blacks appearance of the season, and one, hooker Brodie McAlister, is set to make his debut off the bench.

1News will provide live updates for the match, which kicks off at 7.05pm.

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