Former All Black Rene Ranger to return to the Blues
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Former All Black Rene Ranger is headed back to the Blues after two seasons in France.
The 28-year-old's return is a huge boost for John Kirwan's embattled side, with the Blues winless after three rounds of this year's Super 15.
The 10-Test All Black, who will bring some much needed backline punch, said his return to New Zealand was primarily for family reasons.
"Family comes first and that is the big motivator to return.
I want to be able to help my mum more," Ranger said today.
Once the decision was made, it was not difficult to seek out the Blues.
"I started my Super career with them …
The 28-year-old's return is a huge boost for John Kirwan's embattled side, with the Blues winless after three rounds of this year's Super 15.
The 10-Test All Black, who will bring some much needed backline punch, said his return to New Zealand was primarily for family reasons.
"Family comes first and that is the big motivator to return.
I want to be able to help my mum more," Ranger said today.
Once the decision was made, it was not difficult to seek out the Blues.
"I started my Super career with them …
