Weepu signs for two more years

Wellington - Wellington scrumhalf Piri Weepu has extended his New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) contract by two years to 2010, the organisation said on Wednesday. The 24-year-old, who made his debut for the All Blacks in 2004, was dropped for last year's World Cup campaign but recalled for this season's Tri-Nations tournament after incumbent Andrew Ellis suffered a rib injury last month. NZRU general manager of professional rugby Neil Sorensen said Weepu's re-signing was significant. "Piri is an outstanding rugby player and to have him play in New Zealand is fantastic for us,"... [read full story]