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Max Llewellyn prepares to challenge New Zealand with Wales

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 4:29 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Max Llewellyn prepares to challenge New Zealand with Wales
Summary

Wales center Max Llewellyn is set to face New Zealand in the Nations Championship on Saturday at 14:10 GMT. Llewellyn, inspired by Sonny Bill Williams, aims to bring offensive pressure on the All Blacks. Despite Wales' long history of losses to New Zealand, Llewellyn expresses confidence in the team's preparation and believes they are ready for a competitive match. He hopes to contribute to a stronger performance after a narrow win against Japan last week.

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  • •Llewellyn admired Sonny Bill Williams while growing up.
  • •Wales lost 34 consecutive matches to New Zealand since 1953.
  • •The match is scheduled for Saturday at 14:10 GMT.
  • •Wales aims to build on recent performance against Japan.
  • •Llewellyn expects to play a key role in midfield.
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  • 4:29 PMYahoo Sports — Llewellyn aims to give Wales a hint of Sonny Bill
  • 4:29 PMBBC Sport — Llewellyn aims to give Wales a hint of Sonny Bill
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Max Llewellyn is relishing taking on New Zealand with Wales after growing up watching the All Blacks win two World Cups.

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Max Llewellyn is relishing taking on New Zealand with Wales after growing up watching the All Blacks win two World Cups.

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