Rugby news from New Zealand:
Rugby league: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck in advanced discussions to switch from New Zealand Warriors to rugby in pursuit of All Blacks jersey: A bombshell deal to bring talismanic New Zealand Warriors captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck back to rugby union could be completed within a week.The Herald understands a deal is looking likely for Tuivasa-Sheck to walk away from league… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Former All Blacks hooker James Parsons retires on medical advice: Blues hooker and former captain James Parsons has announced his immediate retirement from all rugby due to repeated concussion-related injuries. Parsons, a centurion for the Blues and North Harbour and a two-test All Black, said… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
