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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Samuel Lovett

Rugby World Cup 2019 – New Zealand vs Namibia: Kick-off time, where to watch and team news

Namibia have the unenviable task of stopping the All Blacks in their tracks when the two sides meet on Sunday.

New Zealand, three-time world champions, have not lost a match at the Rugby World Cup since 2007 and stand well poised to reach the knockout stages once again.

They swatted aside South Africa in their opening match before later thrashing Canada.

Steve Hansen’s men take on a nation that has never won a match at the tournament.

Namibia, the lowest-ranked team in the tournament with a number of amateurs in their ranks, have so far lost 47-22 to Italy and 57-3 to South Africa.

What time does it start?

New Zealand vs Namibia kicks off at 1.45pm Japan Standard Time, which is 5.45am BST, on Sunday 6 October.

Where can I watch?

ITV will be broadcasting the match. Coverage starts at 5.15am. Alternatively, you can live stream it via the ITV Hub on your smartphone, tablet or laptop.

Teams

All Blacks XV: 15. Ben Smith, 14. Sevu Reece, 13. Jack Goodhue, 12. Anton Lienert-Brown, 11. George Bridge, 10. Jordie Barrett, 9. Aaron Smith, 8. Ardie Savea, 7. Sam Cane, 6. Shannon Frizell, 5. Samuel Whitelock (c), 4. Brodie Retallick, 3. Nepo Laulala, 2. Codie Taylor, 1. Joe Moody.

Namibia XV: 15. Johan Tromp, 14. Lesley Klim, 13. Justin Newman, 12. Johan Deysel (c), 11. JC Greyling, 10. Helarius Axasman Kisting, 9. Damian Stevens, 8. Janco Venter, 7. Thomasau Forbes, 6. Prince Gaoseb, 5. Tjiuee Uanivi, 4. PJ Van Lill, 3. AJ De Klerk, 2. Torsten George Van Jaarsveld, 1. Andre Rademeyer.

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