McCaw re-signs with NZ Rugby

[KenyaQuin]

McCaw staying with NZ Rugby

Jun 9, 2008

All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has extended his New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) contract until the end of 2011.

The 27-year-old loose forward announced on Monday that he has committed to the All Blacks and New Zealand through to the next Rugby World Cup.

"The black jersey is the most important thing to me," McCaw stated. "Playing for the All Blacks is the ultimate and I'm really enjoying the Crusaders.

"There's more money available overseas, but personally, it wouldn't bring the same challenge."

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[no.8]

Fantastic news...If they carry on leaving it's going to do nothing for the crowds!

[KenyaQuin]

Sorry..forgot (really, I did) the dash in "re-signs"..

[KenyaQuin]

McCaw heading to greatness

Jun 9, 2008

A watershed match in the career of Richie McCaw has resulted in tremendous backing from one of his coaches.

The talk is continuing around the dominant display from the All Blacks captain in the win over Ireland on Saturday night.

It was his first since losing the World Cup quarterfinal in Cardiff last year.

Forwards coach Steve Hansen believes McCaw has the potential to become one of the greatest All Blacks captains ever.

Read More....though nothing of interest.