Jordie Barrett certainly sweated under the 33 degrees of the privatized ground for the All Blacks at the edge of the Parc de Gerland, but just by chaining the “catch and pass” sessions. The first New Zealand center has been preserved from race rehearsals. “He has a small problem in his left kneesaid Scott McLeod the defense coach of the All Blacks. We preferred to preserve it. We are waiting, we will advise tomorrow, Tuesday, to see how he reacts to the care. We have absolute confidence in our medical staff. It is still early in the week to make a final decision. »
“It is certain that Jordie is an important player in our system”
Scott McLeod, All Blacks defensive coach
The All Blacks midfield has regained its luster since Jordie Barrett was repositioned from full back to first center in association with Rieko Ioane. If he were to forfeit it would be bad news for the All Blacks.
He could be replaced by Anton Lienert-Brown or David Havili. “It is certain that Jordie is an important player in our systemadmitted Scott McLeod, but all the guys in the squad are ready for our World Cup conquest. If it has to be forfeited, we have confidence in all the players who will wear the black jersey. »