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Aaron Smith

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Aaron Smith

Halfback

KEY STATS
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AGE
35
WEIGHT
83KG
HEIGHT
173CM
GAMES
125
POINTS
147
TRIES
29
CONV
1
PEN
0
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BIOGRAPHY

ONE OF THE premier halfbacks of the modern game, Aaron Smith ignites backlines with his bullet-like pass, which is widely regarded as one of the best in world rugby, while reinforcing defensive lines with a crunching tackle.

In 2008, Smith was part of the New Zealand Under 20 side which claimed the Junior World Championship in Wales and in 2010, the Ngati Kahungunu-affiliated Smith made his Māori All Blacks debut.

Smith quickly established himself as the All Blacks’ first-choice halfback amidst fierce competition, playing 13 Tests in his debut season in 2012. He missed just one Test match in 2017 and became the most capped All Blacks halfback of all time at 82 Tests in 2018.

A Super Rugby champion with the Highlanders in 2015, in 2014 Smith was recognised with the Tom French Memorial Trophy for the Māori Player of the Year for his performances with both the All Blacks and the Highlanders.

Smith captained the All Blacks for the first time in a Test match against Fiji in Dunedin in July 2021. He also brought up his 100th Test for the All Blacks in the same year, against Australia at Eden Park.

 

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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.
All Blacks named for Rugby World Cup semifinal against Argentina
All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Jason Ryan and Joe Schmidt have announced the team to take on Argentina in Friday’s Rugby World Cup semifinal in Paris.
All Blacks Embrace Irish challenge in crunch Quarterfinal
Long-serving New Zealand halfback Aaron Smith said the All Blacks were not burdened by their past as they prepared to play Ireland in their Rugby World Cup quarterfinal in Paris on Sunday (NZT).
All Blacks take maximum points in Lyon triumph
Scrum power, lineout variations, backline precision, and All Blacks magic contributed to a 96-17 Rugby World Cup pool win over Italy at Lyon on Saturday (NZT).
Smith wary of all French threats in Cup opener
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith won't be falling into the trap of making his duel with the world's No. 1 player, French halfback and captain Antoine Dupont, the only focus in Saturday's (NZT) World Cup opener in Paris.
Perfect send-off for Smith on his home track
Playing their last All Blacks Tests at home was all the more enjoyable for halfback Aaron Smith and hooker Dane Coles, by how the side fought back to beat Australia 23-20 in Dunedin on Saturday.
Smith excited to play in one of the world’s great arenas
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith will knock off another of the world's great sports citadels on Saturday when the Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup will be the incentives at the Melbourne Cricket Ground against Australia.
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?
Every game a challenge in Super Rugby Pacific – Aaron Smith
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith can't wait for the DHL Super Rugby Pacific to start later this month, especially for the unique challenges that are now part of the reshaped competition.
History of the Tom French Memorial Cup
The Tom French Memorial Cup has been awarded annually since 1949 to the outstanding Māori player of the year.

All Blacks surge to impressive win in Cardiff
All Blacks forward power and ruthlessness extinguised Welsh hopes as the pack laid the foundation for a memorable 55-23 win over Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
PREVIEW: All Blacks v Wales (Cardiff)
The All Blacks kick off the European leg of the Healthspan Elite Northern Tour with a blockbuster clash against Wales at Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday morning (NZT).
Free flowing rugby expected at Eden Park
More high-tension, free-flowing rugby was assured in Saturday's Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test between the All Blacks and Australia was likely, according to Beauden Barrett.
“We need to make them play the game they don't want to” Smith
Forcing Argentina out of their comfort zone will be the goal of the All Blacks in the second Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test in Hamilton on Saturday.
"We know what's coming" - Aaron Smith on South African tour
Pressure involved in playing South Africa in their two opening games of the Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship was not daunting - it was exciting, All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith said.
Old rivalries set to ignite at Eden Park
Old rivalries will be at the heart of Saturday's first Steinlager Series Test between New Zealand and Ireland at Eden Park.
Three All Blacks ranked in the world’s top 10
All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea has been ranked No.2 among the 100 best players in the world.
All Blacks close in on all time try-scoring record
Rugby's record book is under threat from the All Blacks over the remainder of the Tudor Northern Tour.
Aaron Smith to miss rest of Fortinet Rugby Championship
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith won't be joining the All Blacks in Australia for the remainder of the Fortinet Rugby Championship.
Humble Smith proud to become All Blacks' latest centurion
Achieving a century of Test caps is usually an incentive for teammates to perform well to honour the recipient, but, on Saturday at Eden Park, All Blacks rugby's newest centurion halfback Aaron Smith was the one providing the inspiration.

Aaron Smith Videos

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In the sheds after RWC final heartbreak | Front Row Daily Show
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Aaron Smith leads the haka for the final time on home soil
Emotional scenes in Dunedin as Aaron Smith leads the haka for the final time on…
Aaron Smith previews DHL Super Rugby Pacific
Highlanders halfback Aaron Smith talks playing the Drua, winning in Australia…
HIGHLIGHTS | All Blacks v Wales 2022 (Cardiff)
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All Blacks in their own words: The season so far
"When we are going through those hard times, we just need to trust the man next…
"It's massive. It's a final." | Press Conference (Auckland)
Beauden Barrett and Aaron Smith speak to the media from the team hotel on…
Ka Mate v Australia (2022)
The All Blacks perform Ka Mate in the first Bledisloe Cup Test of 2022.
IN DEPTH: Aaron Smith sits down with Kieran Read
Former All Blacks skipper Kieran Read sits down with centurion and good mate…
Aaron Smith to rejoin the All Blacks in Dublin
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith has been called into the squad for the final…
This is what the Freedom Cup means
As we approach the 100th Test, find out from the players what the Freedom Cup…
Aaron Smith: Try Assist KING
We've dipped into the archives to find some of the best try assists from the…
The greatest EVER 40 minutes of All Blacks rugby?
In August 2017, the All Blacks scored 40 points in a breath-taking first half…
Aaron Smith: 100 Test ceremony
Aaron Smith has become the tenth player in history to play 100 Tests for the…
HIGHLIGHTS: All Blacks v Australia First Test (Eden Park – 2021)
Catch up on the best moments from the All Blacks opening Bledisloe Cup Test of…
Captain's Run: Aaron Smith media stand-up (Dunedin)
All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith fronts the media ahead of his first game as…
The Breakdown: 22 February 2021
The Breakdown is back for 2021! Join Jeff Wilson, Mils Muliaina and Sir John…
RWC2021: Quiz with Aaron Smith & Kendra Cocksedge
Black Ferns halfback Kendra Cocksedge puts her All Blacks opposite, Aaron Smith…
Best of the Bledisloe: 2020
Catch up on the best moments from the 2020 Bledisloe Cup series between the All…
All Blacks hit the gym in Sydney
The All Blacks hit the gym in the build up to the third Bledisloe Cup Test in…