Following his 2014 breakout season for the Highlanders and All Blacks, midfield back Malakai Fekitoa has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby for two years, extending his contract to the end of 2017.
Fekitoa's commitment to New Zealand is a major coup for both New Zealand rugby and the Highlanders and he joins a growing list of current All Blacks who have recommitted to New Zealand Rugby beyond this year.
He was one of only four players to play in all 17 Highlanders' games last year staking his claim on the number 13 jersey early with his eye-catching performance in the opening round of the 2014 Investec Super Rugby Competition against his old team, the Blues.
He was awarded the Sky TV Fan "Try of the Year" at the 2014 Steinlager Rugby Awards for his 50-metre effort against the Sharks in Durban, where he powered his way through numerous defenders to score under the posts. His outstanding Super Rugby form saw him picked for the All Blacks and he played eight Tests in his debut year, including six starts.
