All Blacks vice-captain Ardie Savea has signed with Moana Pasifika until 2027.
Savea has also recommitted to New Zealand Rugby through to 2027.
In confirming what is a huge coup for the franchise, Moana Pasifika said it was "proud" to announce Savea's signing and said it was "privileged to have Savea join the family".
The 2023 World Rugby Player of the Year joins his brother and former All Black Julian Savea at Moana Pasifika.
"I've got massive respect for my Hurricanes family and I loved serving them for 11 years," Savea said. "But I think it's the right time for a change and I spent a lot of quiet time with my family thinking about things before making this decision.
"To have this team show the love and support they have for me and my family is special. Knowing that, regardless of anything that might happen, they will look after me and my family — I think that means a lot."
"It will be huge to give back to my heritage and my culture in such a meaningful way. My brother Julian has told me that this team was made for us so I can't wait to get started," Savea added.
Moana Pasifika head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga said he was excited to see Savea bring his experience and influence to the team.
"Ardie has had a remarkable rugby career so far, excelling both in New Zealand and on the international stage. His signing with us speaks to his commitment to his Pacific heritage and a dedication to nurturing the next generation of Pacific players.
"He brings invaluable skills both on and off the field and as a leader and role model, he is highly respected by his peers and adored by fans.
"As a seasoned and esteemed player, we look forward to the positive impact he will have on the team's dynamic and success and are very excited to welcome him aboard the Moana Pasifika vaka."
Savea, 30, also said he was going to learn and grow in areas he may have not even considered with the team.
"It will be challenging and rewarding which is really exciting, but above all I'm really keen to serve and help grow the legacy of Moana Pasifika."
Savea has played in 84 matches for the All Blacks and captained the team at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and in its historic 100th test against the Springboks in 2021.
In 2013 he made his Super Rugby debut for the Hurricanes and was named captain in 2021.
Both All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson and New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson said it was "great" to have Savea recommit to playing for another three years.
"Ardie brings a huge amount of passion, care and mana to the All Blacks environment. He has led through his actions over a long period of time and has inspired his teammates with the way he's represented his country, community, culture and family. He continues to have that drive to get better every day, and it's a great result for New Zealand Rugby to have him recommit for another three years," Robertson said.
"Having a player with Ardie's experience and standing in the game recommit to playing his rugby in New Zealand is a great outcome. Not only has he been outstanding with his performances on the field, but he is also an inspiration off the field through giving his time, be it through his local club Oriental Rongotai, the Wellington Lions or the Hurricanes," Robinson said.
Meanwhile, Hurricanes chief executive Avan Lee said Savea's legacy would live on at the club.
"It's sad to see Ardie leave the Canes. He played 131 games since his debut in 2013 and will always be a Hurricanes legend. We wish him and Saskia and the kids all the best for the future."
On his departure from the Hurricanes, Savea said: "I've got massive respect for my Hurricanes family and I loved serving them for 11 years. But I think it's the right time for a change and I spent a lot of quiet time with my family thinking about things before making this decision."
"To have this team show the love and support they have for me and my family is special. Knowing that, regardless of anything that might happen, they will look after me and my family — I think that means a lot."
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