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    The Blues have found their replacement for All Black Rieko Ioane next Super Rugby season

    The Blues have found their replacement for All Black Rieko Ioane next Super Rugby season


    Midfielder Pita Ahki is returning to the franchise after a successful career in France.

    The 33-year-old made 13 appearances for the Blues in 2014 before joining Toulouse where he was part of five Top 14 title-winning seasons, and two European Cup triumphs.

    Ioane is joining Leinster on a six-month playing sabbatical after the All Blacks end-of-year tour.

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