“Continuing with anything less wouldn’t be right and I feel fortunate to step away on my own terms. “I leave feeling optimistic about where this group is heading. There’s a huge amount of talent, and a real desire to do something special with this New Zealand team. “It’s a team I love, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of it for so long. It will continue to be dear to my heart.” Fans are left to bask in the glory he bestowed upon the sport during a 15-year international career.