Richie Mo’unga

Richie Mo’unga

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Richie Mo’unga is a prominent New Zealand rugby player known for his exceptional skills as a first five-eighth. He has been a key player for the All Blacks and has garnered attention for his performances in Super Rugby and international competitions. Recently, he was in the news due to discussions surrounding his eligibility to play for the All Blacks while currently signed to a lucrative deal in Japan, which raised concerns about the implications of New Zealand Rugby's eligibility rules.

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Richie Mo’unga’s four from four in Baltimore helped the All Blacks.

All Blacks v Springboks: Breaking down the key numbers from Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-16
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Mo’unga chose his options smartly and seemed happy to play right on the line.

All Blacks player ratings: How the New Zealand side rated in Baltimore
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-13
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Richie Mo'unga will pull on the No 10 jersey for the All Blacks.

All Blacks v Springboks: Live updates from the test in Baltimore
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
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Richie Mo’unga is competing for a starting position as a No 10 for the All Blacks.

All Blacks selection: Richie Mo’unga among four No 10s competing for World Cup credibility
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
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Richie Mo'unga becomes eligible for All Blacks return after scoring match-winning try for Canterbury.

Richie Mo’unga becomes eligible for All Blacks return after scoring match-winning try for Canterbury
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-01
8.0

Richie Mo’unga is not available for the tour of South Africa but can be imported as an injury replacement.

All Blacks South Africa tour: Dave Rennie’s 44-player gamble explained
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-21
6.0

Richie Mo’unga threw a long cut-out pass to an unmarked Jordan.

All Blacks: Ranking every Will Jordan try after breaking NZ test record
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-12
9.0

Richie Mo’unga is expected to return to play after serving his penance.

All Blacks: International rugby emerges out of box-kicking dark ages – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-05
6.0

Richie Mo’unga expressed his condolences to Angus Ta’avao and his family.

Former All Black Angus Ta’avao mourns death of son after illness
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-17
8.0

Richie Mo’unga’s return from Japan is anticipated as a key moment for the team.

Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs coach’s message to Highlanders-bound Josh Jacomb
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-14
5.0

Richie Mo’unga has been the centre of attention for All Blacks returning from overseas.

New All Blacks coach faces brutal gauntlet in first season – Phil Gifford
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-08
6.0

Richie Mo’unga is set to return later this year, adding to the All Blacks' potential.

Scott Robertson exit: How All Blacks problems run deeper than coach
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
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Richie Mo’unga was discussed in relation to his potential return to the All Blacks and the impact on team dynamics.

All Blacks under Scott Robertson: Inside the flaws that led to his downfall – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
6.0

Richie Mo’unga is mentioned as a player who made more money going overseas.

The winning streak that never came for Scott Robertson – The Front Page
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
5.0

Richie Mo’unga was trusted by Scotty Hansen to drive the game plan to the team.

Behind the Crusaders’ big plans to make rugby great again
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
7.0

Richie Mo'unga is a former Crusader who may be on his way back to the All Blacks for the 2027 World Cup.

Highest paid Kiwi athletes: NZ’s 10 top-earning sports stars
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-06
7.0

Richie Mo'unga is seen as a potential key player for the All Blacks' attack.

Rating Razor: How All Blacks coach Scott Robertson performed in year two and what must change
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-06
6.0

Richie Mo'unga's return is highly anticipated for the next season.

All Blacks player ratings for 2025: Who was best in Scott Robertson’s second year as coach?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-25
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Richie Mo'unga's return could define Scott Robertson's Springboks campaign.

All Blacks’ 2026: Richie Mo’unga’s return could define Scott Robertson’s Springboks campaign
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-25
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Richie Mo’unga’s return mid-next year leaves the first-five reigns delicately poised.

All Blacks v Wales: The player who could emerge to claim the All Blacks’ right wing
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
6.0

Partly because Richie Mo’unga has agreed to come home next year.

All Blacks v England: Why Scott Robertson must embrace a 23‑man game like the Springboks – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-12
5.0

It’s impossible to shake the notion the All Blacks are in somewhat of a holding pattern as they await Richie Mo’unga’s return next year.

Assessing the All Blacks depth and best starting team
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
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Richie Mo'unga left the Crusaders in 2023, impacting the team's performance.

Crusaders coach Rob Penny speaks on winning Super Rugby, losing, ego, and dropping the C-bomb
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-30
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KJ Apa excitedly talks about Richie Mo'unga re-signing with NZ Rugby.

Kiwi actor KJ Apa on finding fame in Hollywood and why NZ brings him to tears
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-21
7.0

Richie Mo’unga is confirming his homecoming from Japan next year.

Why Chiefs playmaker Josh Jacomb should move to the Highlanders – Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-09
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Mo’unga's return to All Blacks forces Robertson into juggling act with Rugby World Cup plans.

Richie Mo’unga’s return to All Blacks forces Robertson into juggling act with Rugby World Cup plans – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
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Richie Mo’unga is a former Crusaders and All Blacks player who is returning to New Zealand Rugby in 2026.

Richie Mo’unga returns to New Zealand Rugby in 2026, joins Crusaders and Canterbury
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
9.0

Mo’unga's commitment to New Zealand rugby has ruled him ineligible for an exemption to be fast-tracked straight into the All Blacks.

Richie Mo’unga: All Blacks return is more complex than it seems - Opinion
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
5.0

Richie Mo’unga is mentioned in relation to a crucial moment during the Lions Test series.

Never assume anything when playing against a Joe Schmidt team – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-07-18
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