The All Blacks have started their Northern Tour with a 64-19 test victory over Japan in Yokohama.

Blues lock Patrick Tuipulotu will captain the All Blacks for the first time when they take on Japan in Yokohama this Saturday.

Twelve All Blacks will represent their provincial sides this weekend during Round 6 of the NPC.

Calf injuries will prevent All Blacks Patrick Tuipulotu and Stephen Perofeta from travelling to South Africa.

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett likely to miss opening game of the Rugby Championship with a finger injury.

Sam Darry has replaced Blues teammate Patrick Tuipulotu in the All Blacks squad travelling to San Diego.

Scott Robertson has named his first All Blacks squad to face England and Fiji, with a couple of surprises.

The Blues appear to be slight favourites going into the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific final against the Chiefs.

The Blues and All Blacks have taken a hit with the loss of powerful lock and Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu.