Ulster sign All Black back Piutau
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Ulster have confirmed the signing of highly-rated All Blacks' utility back Charles Piutau on a two-year deal.
The 23-year-old will arrive at Kingspan Stadium on 1 July 2016.
Piutau, capped 14 times for the Kiwis, admitted it was a "difficult decision" to leave Auckland Blues and New Zealand rugby.
"I am looking forward to moving to Belfast, experiencing a new culture and playing in the northern hemisphere," said Piutau.
The move has sent shockwaves through New Zealand as it was thought the player was poised to resign with Blues and New Zealand Rugby.
Since mak…
The 23-year-old will arrive at Kingspan Stadium on 1 July 2016.
Piutau, capped 14 times for the Kiwis, admitted it was a "difficult decision" to leave Auckland Blues and New Zealand rugby.
"I am looking forward to moving to Belfast, experiencing a new culture and playing in the northern hemisphere," said Piutau.
The move has sent shockwaves through New Zealand as it was thought the player was poised to resign with Blues and New Zealand Rugby.
Since mak…
