All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea has confirmed that he will be going to Japan for an offshore playing break after the 2023 World Cup.
As part of the four-year contract extension he signed with New Zealand Rugby last year, the 67-Test-cap All Black will transfer to Japan at the end of 2023.“I’m excited to be joining the Kobelco Kobe Steelers after the 2023 rugby season,” Savea said.
“Although it’s far away, it’s nice to have clarity in what I’m doing and I think this change, for a short period of time, will do me and my family good. “Playing in Japan is going to be an awesome experience and I’m ready to embrace their beautiful culture. I can’t wait to meet all the Kobe fans at the games and connect with everyone.”
Current and former All Blacks Brodie Retallick, Dan Carter, Ben Smith and Andy Ellis have all played for Kobe Steelers in the past, where New Zealander Nick Holten is the coach.
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