Sam Whitelock. Photo GettyKey All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby, the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby through to 2020. In 2011, he was selected in the All Blacks Rugby World Cup squad and started every game, bar the first pool match. "On behalf of New Zealand Rugby, as well as all New Zealand rugby fans, I want to congratulate Sam and his wife Hannah on his decision," said Hansen. "Once again, it's great to have another one of our key men re-sign with New Zealand Rugby," Hansen added.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 19, 2017 19:41 UTC