Stephen Perofeta

Coming back from injury, Perofeta made his debut as a substitute player against the Queensland Reds in Apia, a match the Blues won 24–19.

A week later, Perofeta started at first five as the Blues defeated the touring British and Irish Lions at Eden Park 22–16.

[2] Perofeta played a key role in the victory, with his beautiful cut-out pass setting up Rieko Ioane for the game's opening try, then his unsuccessful penalty goal attempt lead to a Sonny Bill Williams try (which Perofeta duly converted) to give the Blues the halftime lead.

[3] He started the final, and kicked seven conversions as New Zealand convincingly beat England 64–17 to win the tournament.

[4] Perofeta made his international debut for the All Blacks on 27 August 2022 against Argentina in Christchurch in the final minute of the game.