Pretty messy game for the ABs, but somehow understandable, as being the last of a grueling long year.
Overall, a mixed first year for Razor, whose mindset favored a more conservative approach in selection, probably due to the fear of not losing too many games on a very tough, opponent wise, calendar.
The first row unit has now a great depth, but what about the second row? Is Scott Barrett the answer as NZ's captain? Is him or Va'ai the undisputed starters or Razor should try bringing in more imposing players, weight and height wise?
With the departure of Sam Cane, I believe the loose trio could sort itself out, by playing Savea at 7 and Sititi at 8. But who's going to get his hands on the 6 jersey? Is Finau the answer or should they try finding an enforcer in the mold of Kaino, if any?
The scrum half position is well covered for the future, but what about 10? Is Mo'unga the answer when he gets back from Japan, or should Razor start blooding other (younger) players in?
The midfield still looks like it hasn't been sorted out since Nonu and Smith retired, so what combo would do best? Should Ioane stay at centre or move to the wing? Is Jordie good enough to start at 12?
The outside backs, in the Clarke/Jordan/Te'lea formula, look menacing enough, but could there be other options as well?
Would love to hear what the Kiwis say about all this .
