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Brodie Retallick

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Brodie Retallick

Lock

KEY STATS
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AGE
32
WEIGHT
123KG
HEIGHT
204CM
GAMES
109
POINTS
45
TRIES
9
CONV
0
PEN
0
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BIOGRAPHY

BRODIE RETALLICK has cemented his status as a world-class lock with a high work rate and uncompromising attitude, as well as his confidence in performing the lock’s core role.

The 2014 World Rugby and New Zealand Player of the Year is a first-choice selection for both the Chiefs and the All Blacks.

Originally from the North Canterbury town of Amberley, Retallick shifted north to Hawke’s Bay and earned selection in the New Zealand Under 20 side for that team’s 2011 Junior World Championship-winning campaign.

He made his Super Rugby debut and All Blacks debut just a few months apart, in 2012.

In 2018, Retallick was awarded the World Rugby Try of the Year Award after his incredible dummy earned him five points against Australia in the opening Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney.

Rugby runs in the family: his uncle John Ashworth is a former All Blacks prop and cousin Culum Retallick has also played Super Rugby.

Retallick spent 2020 on a playing sabbatical in Japan before being recalled to the All Blacks in 2021. 

Away from the rugby field, Retallick enjoys cruising in classic cars.

Brodie Retallick news

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Magnificent Eight: Paying tribute to the departing All Blacks of 2023
The Rugby World Cup often signifies the end of an era, where we bid farewell to distinguished players who have left an indelible mark on the sport.
Retallick reveals All Blacks strategy for handling distractions in Paris showdown
Avoiding distractions, on field and off, will be on All Blacks' minds in the lead-up to their winner-takes-all quarterfinal game with Ireland in Paris on Sunday (NZT).
Retallick reflects on unique bond with Whitelock
All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick praised his long-time locking and world record partner Sam Whitelock on the eve of becoming New Zealand's most-capped Test player during their Rugby World Cup pool game with Italy in Lyon on Saturday (NZT).
All Blacks wary of improving Italy in crunch clash
All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan said after the side's bye week in Bordeaux, their minds were never far from their Rugby World Cup game with Italy back in Lyon on Saturday (NZT).
The Pumas have transformed their game - Retallick
Losses to Argentina in 2020 and 2022 have ensured the All Blacks know what to expect when the sides open their Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship campaigns in Mendoza on Sunday (NZT).
ChatGPT selects the greatest All Blacks XV
Has ChatGPT just ended the age-old debate over what is the greatest All Blacks team of all-time?
Late England comeback snatches draw at Twickenham
Feasting off two late All Blacks mistakes allowed England to steal a 25-25 draw in the last nine minutes that produced three home tries to deny New Zealand a win at Twickenham on Sunday (NZT).
PREVIEW: All Blacks v England (Twickenham)
The All Blacks finish their 2022 season with a crunch Test against England at Twickenham on Sunday morning (NZT)
Whitelock and Retallick set to bring up special milestone at Twickenham
It's fitting that such a special contributor to All Blacks rugby in Brodie Retallick should get to mark his 100th Test by also claiming the world record for most Tests as a locking combination with Sam Whitelock, when they play England on Sunday (NZT).
All Blacks expecting fast-paced game from Japan - Retallick
Experienced All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick said the side was keen to build on the growth it achieved in the Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship during their four-Test Northern hemisphere tour.
Countering Australia’s set-piece will be key - Retallick
Countering Australia's set-piece orientation at the maul and scrum would be important for the All Blacks' hopes in Thursday's first Lipovitan D Rugby Championship Test in Melbourne.
All Blacks named for second Argentina Test
All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have announced the match-day 23 for the second Test against Argentina at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.
Retallick raring to get back into action
Out of action since the third Test against Ireland, All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick is keen to get back on the field for Saturday's second Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test in Hamilton.
All Blacks aim to deny Ireland forward momentum - Retallick
Denying Ireland the chance to get momentum going among their forwards would be crucial to denying them the chance to level the Steinlager Series in Saturday’s second Test in Dunedin.
Dalton Papalii named at blindside for second Test against Ireland
The All Blacks team has been named to play Ireland at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on Saturday July 9th (Kick off 7.05 PM NZT).

All Blacks motivated to finish tour on a high
Two games may be all that's left of the All Blacks' season, but motivation is still high ahead of Sunday's (NZT) Test with Ireland in Dublin.
TEST PREVIEW: All Blacks v Wales (CARDIFF)
It will be a celebration of more than just rugby when a capacity crowd returns to Principality Stadium for the first time since the outset of the Covid-19 pandemic to watch the All Blacks and Wales renew their long-standing rivalry.

Sold-out Cardiff a new challenge for younger All Blacks - Retallick
Making a good start against Wales in their Test on Sunday (NZT) would be a goal for the All Blacks as they look to develop their game further after the lessons of the Rugby Championship.
All Blacks refocus before five-Test Northern Tour
Absorbing the lessons of two demanding Tests against South Africa, and preparing for more challenges, has been the focus for the All Blacks ahead of their five-Test northern hemisphere tour that starts with a 4 am departure on Sunday.
Clash of styles set for 100th Test
One of the enduring features of the All Blacks-Springboks rivalry was the ongoing clash of styles, and so it will continue in their 100th Test, the first of their two Fortinet Rugby Championship Tests, in Townsville on Saturday.

Brodie Retallick Videos

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In the sheds after RWC final heartbreak | Front Row Daily Show
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Brodie Retallick receives his 100th Test cap
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This is what the Freedom Cup means
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HIGHLIGHTS: All Blacks v Argentina (Gold Coast)
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The BEST MOMENTS from Bledisloe 1 and 2 (2021)
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EXCLUSIVE | In the sheds with Brad Weber - Bledisloe Cup Two
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