Rugby World Cup: Swag of departing legends leave a big hole in All Blacks stock after 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Despite being the most experienced and capped team at the Rugby World Cup, the All Blacks felt short after being edged 12-11 by the Springboks in an epic final at the Stade de France.Both teams headed into the finals with bullish records, only losing in the pool stages. However, in the final, Handre Pollard was the difference as he managed to convert all the penalties that came his way.
On the other hand, the All Blacks were not clinical on goal, as they missed two penalties, which took a toll on the result. Against the defeat, eight players have confirmed their retirement from the New Zealand squad.He retires at the age of 35 and has had 152 test matches. He goes down in the history books as one of the most capped All Blacks players.He retires as a legend. The 34-year-old has had 124 test games for the All Blacks and has been influential in the squad.
The 32-year-old star hopes to return after his on-season deal with Verblitz in Japan. He has had 122 test matches for the All Blacks.Retallick bows out with 108 test matches for the All Blacks. The 32-year-old lock will have a new chapter in Japan with Kobelco Steelers.The 29-year-old retires with 55 test appearances for the All Blacks. He will be joining Toshiba Brave Lupus in Japan.The 32-year-old will be bowing out with 32 test matches and joining Toulouse in France.
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