Dave Rennie's 'point of difference' verdict on All Blacks back-row selections and Du'Plessis Kirifi snub

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has explained his squad selection for the upcoming tour of South Africa, noting that players like Du'Plessis Kirifi were omitted due to depth in the openside flanker position. Rennie emphasized that new additions like Ethan Blackadder were chosen to provide a specific 'point of difference' for the team.