New Zealand have made extensive changes for Saturday’s test against Wales, handing opportunities to players who have had little or no game time in the previous three November internationals against Ireland, Scotland and England.

Only captain Scott Barrett and flanker Simon Parker remain from the starting line-up against England last weekend. Among the backs, Will Jordan is the only player to retain a spot, but moves from fullback to the wing.

Lock Fabian Holland, who was tapped to play against England last week but dropped out because of illness, returns for the clash at Principality Stadium, which is the last test on their four-match November schedule.

A calf injury keeps out eighth man Peter Lakai, but for the rest, the 12 changes are all unforced and see star performers like Ardie Sa

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