Sam Cane
Sam Cane is a professional rugby player and the current captain of the New Zealand national team, the All Blacks. He has gained media attention recently for his involvement in discussions regarding the All Blacks' haka, particularly after a recent match where teammate TJ Perenara referenced the Treaty of Waitangi during the performance, highlighting the evolving dialogue around cultural expression in rugby.
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Recent news mentions
All Blacks captain Sam Cane was sent off in the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.
All Blacks and Eli Katoa: Head clashes of the codes highlight dilemma for rugby union and league
New Zealand· 2025-11-06
I remember them hooping and hollering after Sam Cane knocked Robbie Henshaw out cold.
Exceptional Jack Crowley makes strong case to start against All Blacks – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-24
Sam Cane, a former All Blacks captain, was nurtured during Young's tenure as principal.
Obituary: Former Tauranga Boys’ College principal Graham Young remembered as visionary educatorNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Sam Cane, a former All Blacks captain, was nurtured during Young's tenure as principal.
Obituary: Former Tauranga Boys’ College principal Graham Young remembered as visionary educatorNew Zealand· 2025-09-18Sam Cane is listed among the most-capped All Blacks.
All Blacks v South Africa Rugby Championship Eden Park test: Line-ups, kick-off times, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2025-09-02
Reporoa is a proud rugby town, home to former All Blacks captain Sam Cane.
Three Central Bay of Plenty Junior Rugby under-11 teams booted out of competitionNew Zealand· 2025-08-22
Sam Cane was noted for his defensive efforts against Ireland.
Joe Schmidt’s masterplan - how former Ireland boss might attack former apprentice Andy Farrell – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-16
Sam Cane expressed feeling 'lucky to have been coached by Mike Cron for so long'.
How Mike Cron used ballet and sumo wrestling to transform the All BlacksNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Sam Cane left Aotearoa for Japan at the end of 2024.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson talks squad selections, answers listeners’ calls ahead of first testNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
Ardie Savea is expected to shift to the openside role vacated by Sam Cane.
All Black Shannon Frizell eyes Rugby World Cup return alongside Richie Mo’ungaNew Zealand· 2025-06-03
Sam Cane turned in one of the great defensive displays in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final.
On The Up: Counting down the top 100 Kiwi sporting moments of the past 25 years: 60-41New Zealand· 2025-04-11
Sam Cane's departure to Japan has opened up opportunities for Kirifi in the All Blacks.
Super Rugby Pacific: All Blacks ambitions keep Du’Plessis Kirifi running hotNew Zealand· 2025-03-31
Sam Cane is one of the senior All Blacks who signed repeat long-term deals to stay in New Zealand.
Top All Blacks earn millions, debunking New Zealand Rugby’s ‘poor’ narrative - Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-03-24
Sam Cane is mentioned as a former player checking in on the current situation.
All Blacks eligibility: Scott Robertson on Richie Mo’unga and the hard-line selection stanceNew Zealand· 2025-03-17
Sam Cane is a former All Blacks captain who supported TJ Perenara during the haka performance.
David Kirk and Mark Robinson turn from rivals to allies in navigating NZ Rugby’s new era: Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-02-22
