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All Blacks v Japan: Did Damian McKenzie do enough to win back the No 10 jersey? – Phil Gifford’s talking points

OPINION: The focus will again be on who steers the All Blacks in the next test.

THREE KEY FACTS The All Blacks opened their northern tour with a convincing 64-19 victory over the Brave Blossoms . Coach Scott Robertson was able to give his inexperienced squad members a run in a test setting. Questions remain over the No 10 jersey and who fills it.

Phil Gifford is a contributing sports writer for NZME. He is one of the most respected voices in New Zealand sports journalism. OPINION A game of two halves? The All Blacks ’ 64-19 defeat of Japan in Yokohama was more a game of four quarters.

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