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  •   Home > News > Sports > Rugby League

    Ardie Savea has revealed one of the key reasons behind a possible change to rugby league - switching international allegiances

    Ardie Savea has revealed one of the key reasons behind a possible change to rugby league - switching international allegiances

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    The All Blacks and Hurricanes flanker has told a second podcast in as many days that he is contemplating trying his hand at rugby league.

    Savea says due to World Rugby rules, he'd never be allowed to play for Samoa and represent his family heritage.

    Kyle Jamieson or Ajaz Patel?

    That's the question facing Black Caps selectors ahead of the second cricket test against India in Christchurch, starting Saturday.

    Paceman Neil Wagner has rejoined the side after missing the first match in Wellington due to the birth of his first child.

    Liverpool have moved to within four wins of securing their first English football league title for 30 years after grinding out a 3-2 win at home against West Ham.

    The Merseysiders have come from behind with goals from Mo Salah and Sadio Mane to notch up an 18th straight league win, equalling the record set by Manchester City two years ago.

    Liverpool 's 22 points clear of the champions with 11 games remaining

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