There's confirmation Sam Whitelock will retire rather than add to his 153 All Black appearances after his time with French-club Pau.

The 35-year-old's ended speculation of a return to New Zealand Rugby.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further.

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There's confirmation Sam Whitelock will retire rather than add to his 153 All Black appearances after his time with French-club Pau.
The 35-year-old's ended speculation of a return to New Zealand Rugby.
Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further.
LISTEN ABOVE

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