All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has indicated that while some new faces will get a run against the Wallabies, widespread changes were not on the agenda this weekend.
The biggest absence for New Zealand during their last Test outing was locks Brodie Retallick, who missed the World Champion’s 25-27 loss to South Africa.
The Chiefs second rower appears to have recovered from the knock that ruled him out of action.
The inform lock is likely to start alongside Sam Whitelock.
At first five‑eighth, 100‑Test All Blacks Dan Carter has not made the trip to Brisbane as originally planned, while outside back Ben Smith has not been selected, with the 29-year-old suffering significant weight loss and fatigue.
The absence of Smith will likely result in Cory Jane or Charles Piutau receiving a starting berth.
Aaron Cruden, back in the squad after missing the trip to South Africa, is no guarantee to walk back into the team after Beauden Barrett started Tests against Argentina and South Africa.
The Wallabies will host the All Blacks at 10pm this Saturday.
