Ahki on his way to Connacht

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Connacht and the Irish Rugby Football Union have announced the signing of Waikato and former Blues and Hurricanes midfield back Pita Ahki. 

Playing for the All Blacks Sevens team, Ahki won a World Cup Sevens medal in 2013 and helped New Zealand to a silver medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The 25-year-old is also a graduate of the Junior World Championships having played for Tonga U20s in 2011 and New Zealand U20s in 2012.

Commenting on the new signing, Connacht head coach Kieran Keane said: “Pita is a highly-rated young player who has played Super Rugby for the Blues and the Hurricanes.

"He is a strong pacey player who will add to our attacking options. I think he will fit in well at Connacht and I am delighted to be welcoming him to the province.”

Speaking on his move to the Sportsground, Ahki said: “I am really excited about my move to Connacht.

"I am looking forward to the prospect of playing European and PRO14 rugby. Connacht have developed a huge reputation as a proud club with community central to everything they do. I can’t wait to join up with the squad and meet the Sportsground crowd.”