All Blacks flyhalf Richie Mo'unga got game time for Canterbury in the NPC this past weekend, making him eligible to represent New Zealand once again.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie revealed that flyhalf Richie Mo'unga will not be part of the initial touring squad for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry against the Springboks next month.
Jean de Villiers and Schalk Burger believe the All Blacks will find a way to ensure Richie Mo'unga features in The Greatest Rivalry Series.
The All Blacks will be without Richie Mo'unga until after Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour to South Africa, NZ Rugby has confirmed.
All Blacks flyhalf Richie Mo'unga has signed an 18-month deal with New Zealand Rugby, but he will only be available in 2026.
Despite Richie Mo'unga opting to see out his contract in Japan, All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson remains hopeful that he will return to New Zealand ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.