Graham Henry has included two uncapped players - winger Lelia Masaga and prop Wyatt Crockett - in his team selection for Saturday's Test against Italy.
The pair are among five new faces in Henry's match 22, with hooker Aled de Malmanche, prop Owen Franks and flanker George Whitelock all named on the bench.
Masaga comes in for Cory Jane on the right wing, while Crockett replaces Tony Woodcock in the front row.
John Afoa will also start, instead of the injured Neemia Tialata, with Isaia Toeava at 13 and Luke McAlister at fly-half. Brendon Leonard is named at scrum-half.
"We are looking for continued improvement after our (second test) win over France," Henry said.
"We know that the Italians will be as well after their two losses to Australia, so it will be another physical test."
New Zealand XV v Italy: Mils Muliaina (capt); Lelia Masaga, Isaia Toeava, Ma'a Nonu, Joe Rokocoko; Luke McAlister, Brendon Leonard; Wyatt Crockett, Keven Mealamu, John Afoa; Ali Williams, Brad Thorn; Jerome Kaino, Tanerau Latimer, Kieran Read.
Replacements: Aled de Malmanche, Tony Woodcock, Owen Franks, Isaac Ross, George Whitelock, Piri Weepu, Cory Jane.