Mo'unga returns to All Blacks fly-half after Japan ineligibility ends

Richie Mo'unga will start at fly-half for New Zealand against the Lions in Johannesburg, his first All Blacks involvement since the 2023 Rugby World Cup. His move to Japanese club rugby had ruled him out under New Zealand's domestic-only selection policy. A return to Canterbury and the Crusaders, plus an injury to Billy Proctor, opened the door for his recall.