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    James Parsons is reflecting on his career in celebration, not sadness

    James Parsons is reflecting on his career in celebration, not sadness


    The Blues hooker has called time on his career at age 34, due to medical advice.

    Parsons didn't play last year's Mitre10 Cup after taking a head knock during the Blues season.

    He says he's been fortunate to represent the Blues and Harbour more than 100 times each and play two tests for the All Blacks.

    Parsons has been a regular on TV and radio - which he says he looks forward to exploring more.

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    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     10 Jul: All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is determined to have more success in the air against France during Saturday's second test in Wellington
     10 Jul: Scott Robertson is backing wing Caleb Clarke to find his mojo in the second test against France in Wellington on Saturday
     10 Jul: Former junior Australian gymnast Waiaria Ellis is set to become the second youngest Test debutante in Wallaroos history after being named to face New Zealand in Wellington on Saturday
     09 Jul: The British and Irish Lions' most recent match against the Brumbies is squarely in focus as the two teams get set to square off in Canberra tonight
     09 Jul: British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell insists the team they've named to play the Brumbies is subject to change ahead of the first test against the Wallabies
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