The Chiefs have re-signed two of their All Blacks with midfielder Anton Lienert Brown and hooker Nathan Harris extending their contracts.
Malakai Fekitoa celebrates with Israel Dagg and Anton Lienert-Brown after scoring a try. Photo: Photosport
22-year-old Lienert Brown, who played nine Tests last year in his debut season for the All Blacks, has signed a new deal through to 2020, with 25-year-old Harris re-signing on to 2019.
Lienert-Brown said he was delighted to be recommitting to his country and Super side.
"I'm hugely excited and grateful for the opportunity to re-sign. New Zealand Rugby, Waikato and the Gallagher Chiefs have played a huge part in developing me into the rugby player I am today. For that I'm very thankful, and look forward to furthering my development as a rugby player here in New Zealand."
Harris, who has played four Tests for the All Blacks and 24 games for the Chiefs, made an eagerly-awaited return to rugby last week after a long injury layoff.
"I'm really excited to continue my journey with the Gallagher Chiefs for the next two seasons. I've had the privilege to be a part of this team for the past four years and in that time I've overcome some significant injuries and also got to play alongside exceptional players. I'm really looking forward to being involved with the Chiefs going forward, under Colin Cooper, and to keep working to be the best person and player I can be," said Harris.
