среда, 14 марта 2012 г.

Ross named in weak All Blacks lineup

Lock Isaac Ross will make his debut and fullback Mils Muliaina will become the All Blacks' 64th test captain when New Zealand opens its international season against France at Dunedin on Saturday.

Ross, 24, is the son of former All Blacks lock Jock Ross and former New Zealand women's rugby representative Christine Ross. He was named Tuesday to partner his Canterbury Crusaders teammate Brad Thorn in a lineup which is severely weakened by injuries.

"He's a genuine middle of the lineout player and he's a genuine athlete," coach Graham Henry said of Ross. "So he's got all the bits and pieces to develop into a top international lock. I think he'll …

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