Does Kalyn Ponga still harbour desire to play for All Blacks?

Regardless of what Cleary decides, the NRL could face double disaster if Ponga walks away from the code at the same time. Ponga has previously  due to his Maori heritage, and this week former All Black Steven Donald said he’s heard whispers a switch could still be on the cards. expressed a desire to play rugby for the All Blacks Donald said a “source” he has “let it slip” that “rugby union is still on the table for Ponga”. He added: “That’s the grape vine. It would be something wouldn’t it?” Ponga appears to be divided over which country he wants to represent at international level. He’s played juniors for both Australia and New Zealand, but neither at senior level. He was on the cusp of selection for Australia at last year’s Pacific Championships before he , and was then snubbed by coach Mal Meninga when he was forced to backflip and declare he was free to play. He then  in last month’s game against the Indigenous All-Stars. controversially withdrew from contentionchose to represent the Maori All-StarsWhile nothing is set in stone, one thing is for certain. It would be a disastrous scenario for the NRL if Cleary and Ponga both walk away, and there’s every chance it might eventuate.