Kane Jury rings the changes for New Zealand U20 showdown with Italy
Bay of Plenty halfback Charlie Sinton will captain New Zealand, as Haki Wisemen is replaced by David Lewai in the starting lineup.
Henry Lee
05 Jul 2026, 14:14
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