Brodie Retallick joins exodus of All Blacks heading to Japan

The New Zealand lock joins Beauden Barrett, Aaron Smith, Ardie Savea, Richie Mo'unga and Shannon Frizell, who have all signed to play for Japanese clubs after the World Cup.

EXODUS: New Zealand's Brodie Retallick who has opted for a second stint with Kobe-based Kobelco Steelers. Picture: David Davies/PA Wire.

Veteran New Zealand lock Brodie Retallick on Wednesday joined the exodus of All Blacks signing to play for Japanese clubs in 2024 following the Rugby World Cup.

Retallick, 31, has opted for a second stint with Kobe-based Kobelco Steelers, who he also played for in 2020-21, after the World Cup in France finishes in October.