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Exclusive interview: Richie Mo’unga reveals why he’s leaving New Zealand rugby

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Exclusive interview: Richie Mo’unga reveals why he’s leaving New Zealand rugby

Mo’unga is staying in Japan for three more years. He is interested in playing for the All Blacks after the 2027 World Cup. His contract with Toshiba is three years long. He wants to play for a big club and win a championship. Before that he wants his 100th game for Crusaders. Seta Tamanivalu and Michael Leitch are also joining him. They are expected to join in 2024. The head of Wasserman Rugby”s operation in Japanese would not confirm Mo‘ungas“ salary. Craig Innes said Japanese League One teams are starting to appreciate the importance of signing world-class players.

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