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Locked in: All Blacks star Scott Barrett re-commits to New Zealand Rugby

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Star All Blacks lock Scott Barrett has put pen to paper to re-commit his services to New Zealand Rugby in a deal that will see him through to the 2023 World Cup in France.

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An announcement was made on Tuesday of NZR’s recapture of the 26-year-old second rower, with All Blacks head coach Ian Foster quick to praise the Crusaders captain’s three-year contract extension.

“This is massive news for New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks,” Foster said in a statement.

“Scott has already made an outstanding contribution to the team since making his debut back in 2016 and we know the best is yet to come. It’s really exciting for the future having him re-signed.”

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Barrett’s re-signing undoubtedly bolsters New Zealand’s depth at lock.

The acquisition of the 36-test star means the All Blacks will have a full complement of second rowers to pick from in the coming years, with the likes of Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock also locked in on deals that run through to the end of 2023.

The move also echoes that of Barrett’s older brother and star All Blacks playmaker Beauden, who last year signed a lengthy contract extension that not only saw him commit to NZR until 2023, but also resulted in a high-profile transfer from the Hurricanes to the Blues.

After making his debut for the All Blacks against Ireland in Chicago four years ago, the younger Barrett has become an integral figure within the national set-up, featuring regularly in match day squads under former head coach Steve Hansen.

Predominantly a lock, Barrett has also shown his adeptness at blindside flanker, where he has played on occasion for the All Blacks.

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He has also proven his quality at Super Rugby level, playing a vital role in the Crusaders’ hat-trick of Super Rugby titles between 2017 and 2019 before being made skipper for the 2020 campaign in the absence of Whitelock, who was on sabbatical in Japan.

Barrett becomes just the sixth All Black to re-sign through until the next World Cup, joining Beauden, Retallick, Whitelock, experienced midfielder Anton Lienert-Brown and promising one-cap prop Tyrel Lomax.

All Blacks contract expiry dates

2020

Mitchell Drummond
Matt Duffie
Gareth Evans
Jack Goodhue
Vaea Fifita
Shannon Frizell
Luke Jacobson
Josh Ioane
Nepo Laulala
Atu Moli
Angus Ta’avao
Patrick Tuipulotu

2021

Asafo Aumua
Sam Cane
Dane Coles
Braydon Ennor
Bryn Hall
Nathan Harris
David Havili
Akira Ioane
Ngani Laumape
Damian McKenzie
Nehe Milner-Skudder
TJ Perenara
Ardie Savea
Aaron Smith
Codie Taylor
Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi
Karl Tu’unukuafe
Ofa Tu’ungafasi
Brad Weber

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2022

Jordie Barrett
George Bridge
Liam Coltman
Rieko Ioane
Joe Moody
Richie Mo’unga
Sevu Reece

2023

Beauden Barrett
Scott Barrett
Anton Lienert-Brown
Tyrel Lomax
Brodie Retallick
Sam Whitelock

Unknown

Brett Cameron

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RedWarrior 37 minutes ago
Records show All Blacks' greatest rugby adversary is now Ireland

Foster was literally whinging about the TMO in the Ireland series in the presser AFTER the RWC final. NZs whinging about the final itself was apparently picked up by Voyager 2 which was near the asteroid belt. What about the whingefest and crybabies after O'Mahony's legendary sledge (during the match) on Sam Cane?


I often hear talk about NZ players being poisoned or similar nonsense during the 1995 final. NZ boast that they are 'superstars' and 'humble heroes' on their own website. You gave England the same treatment in 2002-2003, calling them arrogant just because they beat you. They told the rest of us then what you were like, we should have listened. I would give as much credence to a NZ supporter disliking us, as I would to Krusty the clown saying the same thing. Let's just say your judgement may not be the best.


Regarding 2016, as the referee had basically let NZ away with cheating their way to victory via filthy dangerous play and fouling he was hardly going to pull Sexton up when clearly trying to stop a grounding. NZ always leave the boot or arm in to hurt a try scorer but that seems to be invisible to you entitles lot.


BTW NZ have literally being whinging and crying about Ireland since Soldier field. You are just very bad losers. We will be delighted to be shot of you on Friday. I hope we do so with a win, so that you rethink your philosophy of mocking opponents and spectators you've just beaten.


After the match last Saturday the internet was full of Kiwi supporters basically abusing English folk. Where is your national honour? Where is your national integrity?

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