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The All Blacks Sevens have high expectations heading into this weekend's tournament in Toulouse

The All Blacks Sevens have high expectations heading into this weekend's tournament in Toulouse

20 May 2022

New Zealand meet Scotland in their opening pool match tonight at 10.44

They've been battling Covid cases and injuries over the past three months.

Coach Clarke Laidlaw says they'll need to be at their best if they want to reach the business end of the contest.

Meanwhile the Black Ferns Sevens also take on Scotland in their opening match at 7.52pm

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