US EditionFormer All Blacks Winger Signs with Australian Super Rugby Side
WESTERN AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA, AUG 5 – Former All Black George Bridge brings experience as a four-time Super Rugby champion and 12 international tries to Western Force for the next two seasons, coach says.
- Former All Black winger George Bridge signed with the Western Force and will join the team in Perth in November 2025.
- Bridge left Montpellier in France’s Top 14 after three seasons, seeking a new opportunity following a period out of All Blacks selection.
- During his tenure with the Crusaders, Bridge appeared in 82 Super Rugby matches and crossed the try line 37 times; he also earned 19 caps for the All Blacks, including starting in four fixtures at the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
- Western Force coach Simon Cron praised Bridge’s professionalism, versatility, rugby IQ, and kicking ability, calling him a 'brilliant player' who will strengthen squad depth.
- Bridge expressed excitement to join the Force, citing the club’s positive direction and his desire to take on a new challenge while settling in Perth with his family.
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New Zealand's George Bridge left Montpelier and joined the Western Force's Australian franchise.
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