18 Mar 2021

Savea brothers develop deeper connection with Samoan heritage

From Checkpoint, 6:18 pm on 18 March 2021

Former All Black Julian Savea is learning to speak Samoan, to have a deeper connection with his heritage.

After three years in France, Saveas back playing for the Hurricanes - where his younger brother Ardie is now captain.

This weekend Super Rugby Aotearoa is honouring Māori and Pasifika cultures with a Mana Moana round. Julian says he and Ardie are learning to speak Samoan as part of that.

He told Joe Porter while his parents speak Samoan he's not fluent... yet.

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