There are only so many former glories that All Blacks selectors can cling to
2026/06/18
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I think we'd all agree that Beauden Barrett will be in the first All Blacks test squad of the season. Just as, we'd also have to admit he probably has no business being in the team anymore.
It's weird when you think about it.
The justifications for continuing to pick Barrett are obvious: talent, experience, leadership.
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At various times, Barrett has been the best and most influential player in the world, wowing all and sundry with his audacity and skill.
Back in the days when I worked in daily journalism, I'd turn up to games early just to watch Barrett warm up.
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