Mark Tele'a to Leave All Blacks for Lucrative Japanese Rugby League in 2026
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Mark Tele'a, a standout winger for the All Blacks and the Auckland Blues, has announced his move to Japan to play rugby starting in 2026. This decision will make him ineligible for All Blacks selection that year. Tele'a, who has been a key player for New Zealand, including in the 2023 World Cup final, cited the allure of playing in Japan as his reason for departure. His move adds to the growing list of New Zealand players opting for overseas contracts, raising concerns about the retention of talent in the country.
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Mark Tele'a will leave the Auckland Blues at the end of the season to play rugby in Japan in 2026.
His move will make him ineligible for All Blacks selection in 2026.
Tele'a has been linked with Toyota Verblitz, coached by former All Blacks coaches Steve Hansen and Ian Foster.
New Zealand Rugby has rules preventing the selection of overseas-based players, with exceptions for short-term contracts.
Tele'a's departure is part of a trend of New Zealand players moving to Japan for lucrative deals, causing concern among rugby pundits about retaining talent.
Tele'a has been a significant player for the All Blacks, scoring 13 tries in 19 tests and starting in the 2023 World Cup final.
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