All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea has signed a four-year deal with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) which will keep him in Aotearoa through to the end of the 2025 season.
Savea, who captained the All Blacks for the first time in 2021 and produced consistently compelling performances throughout the test season, has also extended his contract with the Hurricanes.
The 28-year-old said he was grateful to extend his contract with club and country and have certainty for himself and his family for the next four years.
"I've really enjoyed this season, both the good and the bad," Savea said. "While it's taken awhile to finalise my contract, my wife Saskia and I are very grateful that I'm able to play here in New Zealand for another four years. Our family is settled and happy in New Zealand and there are things I want to challenge and pursue with New Zealand Rugby, the All Blacks and the 'Canes, both on and off the field.
"Right now, I'm looking forward to really getting away from rugby and getting mentally refreshed to come back and be better in the 2022 season."