Savea calls for change in All Blacks' eligibility regulations

CHANGE IT UP: Kobelco Kobe Steelers' Ardie Savea scores a try during the NTT Japan Rugby League One match between Kobelco Kobe Steelers and Honda Heat. Pic: Paul Miller, Getty Images

All Blacks forward Ardie Savea has called on New Zealand's rugby authorities to consider updating the country's eligibility rules or risk being left behind as the sport continues to evolve.

Savea is unavailable for selection by new All Blacks coach Scott Robertson after leaving New Zealand in December to take up a lucrative contract with Kobe Steelers in the Japan Rugby League One.