Scott Robertson, the coach of the All Blacks, has reportedly reached out to Sam Whitelock, a retired 153-Test veteran, about a potential return to play for New Zealand. This move is seen as an effort to bolster the All Blacks' forward stocks, which suffered a setback following Whitelock's retirement after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The inclusion of Whitelock, who is considered one of the greats in rugby, is viewed by Robertson and his coaching staff as a significant boost to the team.
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Sam Whitelock has reportedly been approached by Scott Robertson about a potential All Blacks return. #AllBlacks #NewZealandRugby #SuperRugbyPacific Read more below ⤵️ https://t.co/jxEx4s7n3E
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💬 "He shouldn’t have to give up a lucrative payday before hanging up his boots." ✍️ Read the full opinion piece on the All Blacks great below. https://t.co/JRdK2SlhMN
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🗣️ "Robertson and his coaching staff believe having Whitelock in their ranks would boost the All Blacks’ forward stocks which took a knock when he retired after the 2023 Rugby World Cup." 🇳🇿 Sam Whitelock could be back in action for the All Blacks. https://t.co/1JACLipIti
New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has reportedly approached retired Test centurion Sam Whitelock about playing for the All Blacks again this season. https://t.co/DesfyD50cS
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