Big opportunity for Israel Dagg - Steve Hansen
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All Blacks fullback Israel Dagg may be getting a home start against Argentina in Napier on Saturday night but that doesn't mean he has made any ground on Ben Smith.
Dagg is one of three changes to the starting backline that also features the first start for Beauden Barrett at first five-eighth and the return of Ma'a Nonu.
And while the selection of Barrett for the injured Aaron Cruden is a significant talking point, Dagg's homecoming start represents a chance for redemption.
Dagg, 26, has been considered the world's best fullback since the 2011 Rugby World Cup but this season he has not onl…
Dagg is one of three changes to the starting backline that also features the first start for Beauden Barrett at first five-eighth and the return of Ma'a Nonu.
And while the selection of Barrett for the injured Aaron Cruden is a significant talking point, Dagg's homecoming start represents a chance for redemption.
Dagg, 26, has been considered the world's best fullback since the 2011 Rugby World Cup but this season he has not onl…
