Kieren Read confirmed as All Blacks captain to replace Richie McCaw

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen confirms Kieran Read will captain sideRead replaces Richie McCaw, who was named New Zealander of the yearCoach Steve Hansen has confirmed Kieran Read will captain the All Blacks this year. The 85-Test No8 takes over from Richie McCaw, who retired after New Zealand won back-to-back Rugby World Cups late last year. Related: Richie McCaw and Lydia Ko win New Zealander of year awards Continue reading...