Sixteen All Blacks released to play in NPC matches

Wednesday 27 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 27 Aug 2025, 10:13am

In this story NZME, All Blacks, Newstalk ZB, Ruben Love, Caleb Clarke, Timoci Tavatavanawai

Sixteen members of the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad have been made available for provincial matches this weekend. The release includes players such as Emoni Narawa, Leroy Carter, and Tevita Mafileo, who will bolster Bay of Plenty for their upcoming fixture.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 27 Aug 2025, 7:44am

   All Blacks released to play NPC matches in wake of Argentina defeat (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesWed 27 Aug 2025, 10:13am

   All Blacks stars to play for provincial teams (opens in new tab)