Former All Blacks captain Jerry Collins has ended his career in New Zealand.
The 27-year-old Wellington Hurricanes loose forward said he would take an indefinite break from the game before considering his future.
“It’s something I’ve thought about for a while. I’ve played 10 years for one province and it’s hard to leave but it’s probably the right time,” he said.
Collins, who will play for the Barbarians against England on Sunday, may consider an overseas contract.
But he added: “I’m not in any rush to get out the country.”
Out of respect to New Zealand Rugby and the Hurricanes, he hasn’t been involved in any contractual discussions as yet.
“You can’t negotiate while you’re still contracted so at the moment the cupboard is pretty bare but I’m sure there’s someone out there who will give me a job for a couple of weeks.”
Collins is the 11th player to quit the All Blacks following last year’s failed World Cup campaign in France.
Chris Jack, Carl Hayman, Anton Oliver, Byron Kelleher, Aaron Mauger, Luke McAlister and Doug Howlett are all now plying their trade in Europe. Nick Evans and Reuben Thorne have signed contracts to play overseas while Keith Robinson retired through injury.
Note: Thanks to the BBC, All Blacks.com, and rugger1222.
Time: 03:57
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