Cullen’s move to Munster splits All Black rugby

CHRISTIAN CULLEN’S move to Munster has sparked a major split in New Zealand rugby, with ex-All Black skipper Taine Randell the latest to blast coach John Mitchell over his controversial comments on Cullen.

Mitchell’s point-by-point criticism of Cullen’s play when the Wellington and Hurricanes full-back confirmed he had signed with Alan Gaffney’s squad has deepened the anger over his departure.

Said Randell: “What people want is to support the All Blacks but the public towelling of a real favourite in New Zealand rugby like Cully doesn’t go down well,” Randell said.