Ardie’s new club revealed

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea's new Super Rugby home has finally been made public.

By Morne Esben · SA Rugby Mag

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 5:17 AM

Key Things to Know

Ardie Savea will reportedly join the Blues on a one-season Super Rugby deal.
The 32-year-old had been without a club after Moana Pasifika folded earlier this year.
Savea had been negotiating with the Auckland-based franchise since early July.

The Story in 60 Seconds

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea will join the Blues on a one-season Super Rugby deal, according to a report by the New Zealand Herald. The 32-year-old loose forward had been without a club following the collapse of Moana Pasifika earlier this year, and negotiations with the Blues had reportedly been underway since early July.

Savea is currently recovering from a dislocated shoulder suffered during a tour in South Africa that ended his season early. His arrival will reinforce an Auckland squad that recently saw former All Blacks loose forwards Dalton Papali'i and Hoskins Sotutu depart for overseas clubs.

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