Andrew Mehrtens
New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19736.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Andrew Mehrtens is a former New Zealand rugby union player, celebrated for his exceptional skills as a fly-half. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest All Blacks of all time, earning over 70 caps and playing a pivotal role in New Zealand's success during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Known for his tactical acumen and kicking prowess, Mehrtens was instrumental in securing numerous victories for his national team, including the Rugby World Cup in 1999. Following his international career, he had a successful stint in various club competitions around the world, including in France and Japan. Recently, he made headlines by joining a consortium led by Formula One icon Eddie Jordan to purchase the London Irish Rugby Club, with the aim of revitalizing the club's fortunes in professional rugby.
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We lost Andrew Mehrtens before the second test, and when Culhane went off we were very lucky to have someone like Jon come on.
All Blacks vs Springboks: Former players share memories of historic 1996 triumph in South AfricaNew Zealand· 2026-08-04
Andrew Mehrtens is a former All Black who has been living in Sydney and working as a rugby commentator and analyst.
Former All Black Andrew Mehrtens back in court over bankruptcy application - settlement reachedNew Zealand· 2026-07-29
Simon Culhane replaced injured Andrew Mehrtens during the 1996 series.
All Blacks’ 2026: Richie Mo’unga’s return could define Scott Robertson’s Springboks campaignNew Zealand· 2025-11-25
Andrew Mehrtens is noted for his rivalry with Carlos Spencer in New Zealand rugby.
media-stoked outhalf rivalry is about to get real – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-17
Former All Black Andrew Mehrtens commented on Marika Koroibete's impressive tackle, likening it to being shot out of a cannon.
Koroibete on that Adelaide tackle and unfinished Wallabies business
Australia· 2025-07-11
Andrew Mehrtens kicked the match-winner in a dramatic final.
Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to bestNew Zealand· 2025-06-20
Andrew Mehrtens, a former All Black, is set to participate in the curtain-raiser.
Classics return: Former All Blacks to feature in Eden Park curtain-raiser against Pasifika legendsNew Zealand· 2025-05-27
Andrew Mehrtens is involved in the rebuilding plans for Beziers rugby club after they missed promotion.
Andrew Mehrtens’ Beziers miss promotion, plan rebuild for next seasonNew Zealand· 2025-05-15
Andrew Mehrtens was a key player for the All Blacks, known for his tactical drop-kicks.
Lunch with... Ian Jones - All Black rugby great on business, tourism and the magic and mana of the black jerseyNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
All Blacks great Andrew Mehrtens is part of a consortium led by Formula One icon Eddie Jordan in purchasing London Irish.
All Blacks great Andrew Mehrtens part of consortium led by Formula One icon Eddie Jordan in purchasing London IrishNew Zealand· 2025-02-12