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    Blues recruit Pita Ahki is wiser and more experienced for his time in the Northern Hemisphere

    Blues recruit Pita Ahki is wiser and more experienced for his time in the Northern Hemisphere


    Ahki returns to New Zealand shores after eight seasons in Europe, the last seven with Toulouse , winning five French titles and two European Cups.

    The 33-year-old wants to help his teammates excel on and off the footy field.



    Ahki says he's enjoyed coming back home, with the warmer weather.

    SUPER RUGBY COVERAGE WITH HABIT HEALTH. TACKLING ALL YOUR ACHES AND PAINS FROM SPORT AND WORK

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