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Ardie Savea

RugbyNumber Eight|Hurricanes
New ZealandOctober 14, 1993

Biography

Ardie Savea is the All Blacks' inspirational captain and one of the most dynamic loose forwards in world rugby. His explosive ball-carrying, jackling ability, and leadership have made him the heartbeat of both the Hurricanes and New Zealand. Savea has overcome significant injury challenges throughout his career and emerged as an even more complete player, earning the World Rugby Player of the Year award in 2023.

Career Timeline

2016career

All Blacks debut against Argentina

2023achievement

Named World Rugby Player of the Year

2023career

Captained All Blacks at Rugby World Cup final

2024career

Appointed permanent All Blacks captain

Achievements

2023

Named World Rugby Player of the Year

In The News

'Just Put Him Captain': Mils Muliaina Backs Ardie Savea for the All Blacks Armband

Rugby UnionMay 5

'Eighteen Months to Get It Right': The Breakdown's Codie Taylor vs Ardie Savea Captaincy Split

Rugby UnionMay 5

'Forty Tests, Twenty-Four, Three': The Breakdown Sounds the Alarm on All Blacks' Loose-Head Stocks

Rugby UnionMay 4

'By Far His Best Game': The Breakdown Puts Simon Parker in the All Blacks Bolter Conversation

Rugby UnionApr 20

'A Load of B*llocks': Justin Marshall Tears Up the All Blacks Wing Debate Over Will Jordan

RugbyApr 20

Moana Pasifika's Super Rugby Exit Is the Loss Pacific Rugby Could Not Afford

Rugby UnionApr 18

'Common Sense Has to Prevail': DSPN Demands NZR Scrap Overseas Rule as Frizell Plots Return

Rugby UnionApr 17

'Points Are Scored Late': Jeff Wilson Pitches the 6-2 Bench Split That Could Remake the All Blacks

Rugby UnionMar 23