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All Blacks Star Ioane Re-Signs with New Zealand Rugby

All Blacks star Rieko Ioane has committed to the team for the next Rugby World Cup cycle.

The 26-year-old has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby until 2027, it has been announced.

He is the 20th All Black to commit past this year’s World Cup in France and has also extended his stay with the Blues and Auckland on a four-year deal.

“I’m proud to be signing through until 2027,” Ioane said.

“I’m grateful to represent the city of Auckland and right now this is the best place for me, my family and my rugby.

“I’m keen to continue building on what we have at the Blues and the All Blacks.

“I have goals I want to achieve on the domestic and international stage, so this is a commitment to completing those while cementing a legacy.”

All Blacks coach Ian Foster, who will leave his post at the end of the year, was delighted with Ioane’s extension.

“Rieko has grown immensely as a person and a player,” he said. “Having him commit to NZR and the All Blacks for the next four years is a massive boost for our team.”

Ioane already has 59 Test caps and is considered a key man for the All Blacks.

/Stewart
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