OWEN FRANKS LOOKS set to become the most-capped All Black prop of all time after re-committing to New Zealand Rugby.
Franks, who currently sits second on the list behind Tony Woodcock on 90 caps, has re-signed with both the All Blacks and his Super Rugby side, Crusaders, through to the next Rugby World Cup in 2019.
The move means Franks won’t join his brother Ben who left New Zealand to sign with London Irish last season.
The 29-year-old has missed just 15 Tests since making his All Blacks debut in 2009, and is currently the 10th most-capped All Black of all time.
All Blacks Head Coach Steve Hansen said:
“On behalf of the All Blacks and New Zealand Rugby, I want to congratulate Owen on his re-commitment to New Zealand.
He’s one of the best in the world in his position and his formidable work ethic, commitment to the team’s values and outstanding play make him one of the most respected players in our team and we’re very happy that he has decided to stay.”
While Franks pointed out that the main reason for staying was that he felt like he still had more to offer both his club and country.
“Whilst there was considerable interest internationally, I felt I wasn’t ready to give up playing with the best players in the game. I also believe that I haven’t reached my full potential yet and don’t want to leave until I feel I have.”
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7k fine to a 17 year old is ridiculous for what he done. Code vialiation is about all he deserved.
If he can keep hitting the ball with that accuracy he should be long making back the $7000.
Accidently on purpose hit the ref
Well I think if he done it on purpose he would’ve missed by a mile. You see the bigger names smashing balls and throwing rackets into the crowd and at officials and nothing happening to them.
Total BS the lad didn’t intentionally hit the umpire. It was an accident, We all make mistake. I think they should have taken a break and continued with the match. A simple apology would have been appropriate. Imposing a 7k fine on a child is ridiculous
Child my ass.
To all who red thumbed me the other day for suggesting the book should be thrown at him. The umpire was operated on for an orbital bone fracture. Accident? Yes. Wreckless? Utterly.
Fair play brightens up the boring sport