All Black Julian Savea could be considered for diversion after his court appearance in Wellington today.
The 22-year-old appeared at Wellington District Court after being remanded on bail last month on an assault charge relating to a domestic incident with his partner Dawn Rodgers.
Standing quietly during his appearance, wearing a blue shirt and dark trousers, Savea entered no plea.
His lawyer Noel Sainsbury asked for Savea to be remanded at large until next month to attend an anti-violence programme, which might result in diversion being granted.
Mr Sainsbury also strenuously objected to numerous media applications for photos to be taken of his client standing in the dock.