Luke Jacobson looking to make most of All Blacks opportunity

All Blacks back row Luke Jacobson is hoping to make the most of his opportunity ahead of the Bledisloe Cup game against Australia to be played at Marvel Stadium on 15th September.

Jacobson made his New Zealand debut in 2019 against Argentina and has featured in 12 Tests. He was selected for the 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign but a delayed concussion meant he had to return back without playing a game.

Having missed the All Blacks selection this year, Jacobson has been handed a lifeline following a rib injury to Shannon Frizell and the Chiefs back row wants to seize the chance.

"I'm not expecting anything going in there, and will just be looking to take the opportunity with both hands. If I do manage to get named, I feel like I can go in and give it my best crack with nothing to lose. So that's what I'll do."

The All Blacks had a mixed year having lost the home series against Ireland for the first time and two wins and defeats apiece in the ongoing Rugby Championship tournament.

"They've been doing it a little tough lately, but I'm sure they'll be growing closer together as a team, which I think you can see from the outside looking in. I'm looking forward to getting amongst it and offering what I have.

"You can say it's a high-pressure [environment], but it's where every New Zealand rugby player wants to be, and that's one of the things that comes with it, unfortunately, and you just take it on the chin."