Number of changes expected to All Blacks test team

Aaron Mauger in action during All Blacks training. Ross Land / Getty Images

There could be an unprecedented number of changes to an All Blacks test team, when the side to play Ireland is revealed early tomorrow morning.

The selectors have always made it clear they would chop and change for the first two games, although there could very well be 15 changes out of 15.

One player certain to come back in is Aaron Mauger, who could play inside Ma'a Nonu.

He says he has been in the All Blacks with Nonu for a while but they have never started outside.

Mauger was questioned by the Irish media this morning about the O'Driscoll business, and was quick to point out the All Blacks put that behind them a long time ago.

Dan Carter missed this morning's training, but has only a slight ankle injury.

Nick Evans is set to start against Ireland, although Carter should still be available.

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