NZ happy to keep it 'in-house'
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The New Zealand Rugby Union said Thursday they had no plans to emulate Australia and relax eligibility rules so overseas-based players can represent the All Blacks.
The Australian Rugby Union announced the move on Wednesday in response to a host of top players taking up lucrative club contracts after this year's September and October World Cup in England.
Defending World Cup champions New Zealand face a similar post-tournament exodus, with at least 10 All Blacks heading offshore - including Dan Carter, Ma'a Nonu, Conrad Smith and Colin Slade.
But NZRU Chief Executive Steve Tew said…
The Australian Rugby Union announced the move on Wednesday in response to a host of top players taking up lucrative club contracts after this year's September and October World Cup in England.
Defending World Cup champions New Zealand face a similar post-tournament exodus, with at least 10 All Blacks heading offshore - including Dan Carter, Ma'a Nonu, Conrad Smith and Colin Slade.
But NZRU Chief Executive Steve Tew said…
