Rugby

Joe Schmidt drafted in to help Covid-ravaged All Blacks

Both coaches and players test positive ahead of first test as Maori All Blacks name squad for Wednesday

Former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt will be helping the All Blacks in their preparation for the first Test. Photograph: Tom Honan/The Irish Times.
Former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt will be helping the All Blacks in their preparation for the first Test. Photograph: Tom Honan/The Irish Times.
Gerry Thornley
Mon Jun 27 2022 - 06:45 • 5 MIN READ

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