New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has recalled his star names for Saturday's clash with Wales at the Millennium Stadium.
Hansen has made nine changes in total following the 42-10 win over Italy, with captain Richie McCawIsrael Dagg, Cory Jane
Joining McCaw in the pack will be Sam Whitelock, Luke Romano, Owen Franks and Andrew Hore.
"We have always known this game will be a fiercely-contested match," said Hansen.
"We have known since the World Cup
"We are all excited by what comes with this challenge, along with the fact that we will be playing in one of the world's greatest rugby stadiums."
New Zealand: 15 Israel Dagg, 14 Cory Jane, 13 Conrad Smith, 12 Ma'a Nonu, 11 Julian Savea, 10 Dan Carter, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Kieran Read, 7 Richie McCaw (c), 6 Liam Messam, 5 Sam Whitelock, 4 Luke Romano, 3 Owen Franks, 2 Andrew Hore, 1 Tony Woodcock.
Replacements: 16 Dane Coles, 17 Wyatt Crockett, 18 Charlie Faumuina, 19 Brodie Retallick, 20 Victor Vito, 21 Piri Weepu, 22 Aaron Cruden, 23 Ben Smith.
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