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'I was pretty speechless' – Jordan Taufua thrilled with maiden All Blacks call-up

May 20, 2018

The Crusaders' number eight was picked for next month's series against France.

New All Blacks call-up Jordan Taufua was blown away by his inclusion in Steve Hansen's squad to face France next month, selected to represent New Zealand for the very first time.

With Kieran Read unavailable, Taufua, 26, was picked alongside Highlanders opposite Shannon Frizell to vye for the number eight role for the All Blacks.

Speaking to media, Taufua spoke about the moment he recieved his call from All Blacks manager, Darren Shand.

"I got the phone call from the manager last night. My Crusaders manager gave me the phone, and I said 'who's that'?" Taufua said.

"That was my first reaction at the time, when he told me I made the team it was pretty special, I was pretty speechless, and still now it's a bit overwhelming, but exciting at the same time."

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