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Mo’unga Opens Up on Franks Omission – Huge Rugby News

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Last updated: 25/10/2019 11:42 am
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New Zealand out-half Richie Mo’unga has confirmed how emotional he was after finding out that Owen Franks would not be heading to Japan with the All Blacks for the Rugby World Cup.

Mo’unga and prop Franks have been friends for a long time with both representing Canterbury, the Crusaders and the All Blacks. However, in an interview with Sky Sport NZ the fly-half revealed how “tough” it was to know his friend wouldn’t be coming to Japan with him. 

“I made the Crusaders and he (Franks) was there … when I found out he wouldn’t be on the same journey as me, it was an empty feeling. I thought we’d always be on this journey together and if one of us wouldn’t be there it’d be me,” he said.

Mo’unga went on to discuss how the 31-year-old was the “most professional athlete” he knows and how your place in any squad should never be taken for granted. 

Franks was a surprise omission from the 31-man squad for the tournament as he has vast experience with 108 caps to his name but even when asked about the decision to leave him out he showed the professionalism Mo’unga talks about. 

“I’m disappointed. But I’m well aware as a professional athlete, and especially an All Black, that your time in the jersey isn’t owed. I really can’t sit here and complain. I’ve been to two World Cups and been lucky enough to win two medals,” he said previously.

Although Franks has such an illustrious medal haul his friend Mo’unga is featuring in his first World Cup and is putting in a good showing so far. 

He will be hoping to put himself in with a chance of winning a World Cup medal himself when he steps onto the field for the All Blacks tomorrow as his side face England in the semi-finals. Whatever happens we’re sure Franks will be watching, cheering his mate on from back home.

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