In a surprising and monumental move, Ardie Savea, the renowned All Blacks loose forward and vice-captain, has signed with Moana Pasifika through 2027. Savea, who is widely respected in the rugby world, is the reigning World Rugby Player of the Year and has played in 84 matches for New Zealand. His transition from the Hurricanes, where he debuted in 2013 and later became captain, to Moana Pasifika marks a significant shift in his illustrious career.
This move reunites Ardie Savea with his brother, Julian Savea, at Moana Pasifika. Julian, a former All Blacks wing known for his powerful playing style, also recently signed with Moana Pasifika for the 2024 season. Ardie expressed his excitement about this family reunion and his pride in representing his Samoan heritage. "It will be huge to give back to my heritage and my culture in such a meaningful way," he said.
The Savea brothers' reunion is expected to draw significant attention and support from fans across the Pacific.
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