SHORT: Is Codie Taylor the next All Blacks Captain?

SHORT: Is Codie Taylor the next All Blacks Captain?

Author: Sky TV New Zealand April 7, 2026 Duration: 8:46

Could Codie Taylor be the next All Blacks captain?


We deep dive into what makes Taylor such a great player, leader and team mate, then ask whether he's the man for the job


It’s one of the biggest off-field questions in New Zealand rugby right now — and we want your take. Email us on ARP@Fandommedia.co.nz


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