Returning Blues midfielder Ma'a Nonu is under no illusion he will have to prove himself in next year's Super Rugby season.
The 36-year-old is rejoining the Auckland franchise in 2019 after returning from a playing stint in France where he played three seasons for Top 14 club Toulon.
"I have been playing rugby a long time. I’ve known first-hand the highs and the lows of a playing career on and off the field and I am looking forward to giving my best and proving that I can still play at this level," he said.
"I know the Blues have had some tough times in the last few seasons but I am excited to play with some of the young and up-and-coming players who will have long careers and rejuvenate this place."
Nonu played 103 Tests for the All Blacks, with his last being the World Cup final win in 2015.
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