All Blacks captain Ardie Savea to have shoulder surgery, will miss Bledisloe Cup tests against Australia

On September 21, 2026, the All Blacks announced that captain Ardie Savea will undergo shoulder surgery after dislocating his shoulder during the South Africa series, which New Zealand lost 3-1. He will miss the Bledisloe Cup tests against Australia in October. The team also provided updates on nine other injured players, including Luke Jacobson, Caleb Clarke, and several centres. The Bledisloe Cup tests are scheduled for October 10 in Auckland and the following week in Sydney.