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Farrell has named an experienced line-up for the tough task of attempting to end New Zealand’s 52-game unbeaten run at Eden Park.<\/p>\n
Baloucoune, who has missed the opening matches through a hamstring issue, will now look to replicate his influential Six Nations and club level form against the All Blacks.<\/p>\n
“What he [Rob Baloucoune] is going to bring for the team, that’s the only thing we do consider,” Farrell replied when asked about Baloucoune starting. <\/p>\n
“What is right for the team and the blend of the balance, that goes along with that, and obviously Rob’s talent is there for all to see.<\/p>\n
“So, exposing him and others from this squad into an occasion that’s coming up on Saturday night is vital for him and for us all moving forward.”<\/p>\n
New Zealand have not lost a Test at Eden Park since 1994 when France were the victors with All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie calling the stadium ‘a fortress’.<\/a><\/p>\n Ireland were comfortably beaten 42-19 during their fifth attempt to end the All Black’s dominance and register their first victory in 2022.<\/p>\n Now, Farrell believes his side are “lucky to be back there” as they aim to remain unbeaten in the Nations Championship. <\/p>\n “It’s fantastic,” Farrell said.<\/p>\n “I feel we’re the fortunate ones and we are the lucky ones in the sense that we get the opportunity to go to Eden Park. <\/p>\n “We had that fortune in 2022, first game up. Obviously, we couldn’t get that over the line. We’re pretty lucky to be back there and have another shot at it.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n