All Blacks prepare for Scotland at Murrayfield aiming to maintain record
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
New Zealand's All Blacks are set to face Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday, looking to uphold their undefeated record against the Scots. Assistant coach Mike Blair highlighted the importance of this match, noting the close nature of recent encounters. Scotland has never emerged victorious over the All Blacks in 33 attempts spanning 121 years, a statistic that adds to the tension of the Nations Championship fixture. Blair also expressed the emotional impact of the recent death of the team’s head of security, Logan Cadwallader, who passed away following the team’s arrival in Edinburgh.
- •All Blacks have never lost to Scotland in 33 matches.
- •New Zealand aims to preserve their long-standing winning record.
- •Mike Blair emphasizes respect for Scotland's competitive edge.
- •Match occurs at Murrayfield on Saturday.
- 2:33 PMBBC Sport — 'Fully loaded' All Blacks out to preserve Scotland record
"Mike Blair says New Zealand are motivated by their undefeated record against the Scots going into their Murrayfield meeting.
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