The All Blacks continue their Nations Championship campaign against Wales at Principality Stadium.

Dave Rennie’s side enter the contest after a stunning 43-21 victory over Scotland in Edinburgh, and remain unbeaten in the inaugural global tournament.

After the convincing victory last time out, preparations at the University of Bath have begun as attention has quickly turned towards their next assignment in Cardiff.

Wales head into the contest on the back of a victory over Japan and will be aiming to end their long wait for a first win against the All Blacks since 1953.

However, Rennie is believed to utilise the depth of his touring squad, with several established players set to be rested ahead of the remaining fixtures this month.

So, how could the All Blacks line-up against Wales?

Front-row 

Codie Taylor has been an important figure in the All Blacks' recent outings, but this could be an opportunity to give the experienced hooker some recovery time ahead of facing England.

Asafo Aumua made an impact off the bench against Scotland, crossing for one of New Zealand's tries, and now could be awarded a starting opportunity in Cardiff.

At tight-head, Pasilio Tosi is another player who could benefit from a chance in the line-up, potentially allowing Fletcher Newell to sit out of the contest. Ethan de Groot will remain Rennie's loose-head option.

Second-row 

New Zealand has several options to consider here in the second-row. Josh Lord and Jamie Hannah are both pushing for greater involvement during their tour of the British Isles.

Scott Barrett remains an important figure in the All Blacks' XV, and will more than likely captain the side alongside either Lord or Hannah in the engine room.

Barrett's involvement will depend largely on how much rotation Rennie wants to do for this contest.

Back-row 

Tupou Vaa’i could once again feature at blind-side, potentially allowing Rennie to utilise a different back-row combination.

With that said, not much change is expected, as Wallace Sititi should continue to wear the number eight jersey, and Peter Lakai will very likely remain in the starting line-up.

Half-backs

Perhaps the most intriguing selection could come at outside-half, with Richie Mo’unga expected to return to the starting line-up if fit.

The former Crusaders playmaker has had limited opportunities to establish himself since returning from Japan, and a start in Cardiff would provide a valuable chance to build some momentum ahead of next year's World Cup in Australia.

Mo'unga could be partnered with Cam Roigard, who has consistently impressed with his attacking flair and ability to dictate his side's attacking tempo.

The rest of the backline 

Elsewhere, the midfield pairing feels like a straightforward call. Timoci Tavatavanawai and Anton Lienert-Brown could start together against Wales.

Fehi Fineanganofo and Rieko Ioane are potential options on the wings, while Josh Moorby could be rewarded with a starting place at full-back following his involvement with the media in Bath.

Predicted All Blacks team to play Wales:

15. Josh Moorby, 14. Fehi Fineanganofo, 13. Anton Lienert-Brown, 12. Timoci Tavatavanawai, 11. Rieko Ioane, 10. Richie Mo'unga, 9. Cam Roigard; 1. Ethan de Groot, 2. Asafo Aumua, 3. Pasilio Tosi, 4. Scott Barrett (C), 5. Jamie Hannah, 6. Tupou Vaa’i, 7. Peter Lakai, 8. Wallace Sititi

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