The door is open for Kalyn Ponga to make a high-profile switch to New Zealand rugby union, according to All Blacks coach Scott Robertson.
It’s been a could have, should have, would have, kind of start to Super Rugby Pacific for some of the traditional heavyweights in New Zealand.
He might not have accumulated a single cap for the All Blacks, but he’s continued to give the appearance that he believes he belongs in that company. That might soon become a reality, given how often coaches and selectors succumb to public sentiment.
Credit where credit is due, here are the reasons why Super Rugby Pacific has got itself off the canvas and is heading in the right direction.
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has been quizzed on the first five-eighth stocks of New Zealand, including Richie Mo'unga's selection status.
All Blacks backrower Ardie Savea will miss Moana Pasifika’s round six Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Chiefs in Pukekohe.
The Hurricanes and the All Blacks will have the services of explosive hooker Asafo Aumau right through until the 2027 Rugby World Cup, thanks to a new deal announced on Wednesday.
Next in the succession of great All Blacks openside flankers? That is the question Scott Robertson and his forwards guru Jason Ryan must answer.
The Chiefs' unbeaten run came to an end in Fiji in round four, with the Drua turning the tables with a second-half burst to claim victory.
Round four of Super Rugby Pacific delivered a round of upsets with New Zealand Super Rugby teams on the wrong side of the ledger for the first time in 25 years.