McKenzie, Squire in for Bledisloe opener

Damian McKenzie named at fullback by coach Steve Hansen Loose forward Liam Squire also included, at expense of Jerome KainoAll Blacks coach Steve Hansen has opted for young gun Damian McKenzie at fullback for the Bledisloe Cup and Rugby Championship opener against Australia in Sydney. The 22-year-old livewire, who enjoyed a stellar Super Rugby campaign with the Chiefs, is the main beneficiary of a backline reshuffle. He will play in the black No15 jumper for just the second time, while incumbent fullback Ben Smith moves onto the right edge. Related: Tackle, tackle and then tackle again – …