Shocking new footage shows All Blacks captain Sam Cane attack pitch invader
All Blacks captain might have actually put in one of his career best tackles on Argentina winger Bautista Delguy on Saturday as he led his side to a 41-12 win in Mendoza, but that is not what he will be remembered for.
Footage has surfaced after the match of an altercation between Cane and a pitch invader, who was also on the receiving end of a huge collision from the All Black. After making their way onto the pitch, the invader ran towards the All Blacks squad, whereby Cane swung his leg to take them out perfectly. They took the challenge well though, and got straight back to their feet.
As shocking as this was, and there may be repercussions, Cane was able to find the invader, called Roman, soon after and apologise.
He has also issued an apology on Instagram, writing:
“Tonight after the game someone ran onto the pitch and I made an error in judgement and played a part in stopping him.” Cane’s Instagram post said.
“I acknowledge this was not my role and it is out of character for me to act in such a way.
“I am really sorry and am disappointed in myself. I am trying my best to contact the individual to apologise and make things right.
“Update: Through the help of many good people, I managed to track down Roman. Had a good catch up with him and his friends and I’m glad we could leave things in a good place.”
Take a look:
Sam Cane has apologised via social media for kicking a pitch invader following this morning’s test against Argentina
Goes without saying, but this is not a good look for the All Blacks captainpic.twitter.com/M6baJk518A
— Andrew Gourdie (@AndrewGourdie) July 9, 2023
Take a look at Cane’s tackle on Delguy:
Sam Cane. Brick wall 🧱#ARGvNZL pic.twitter.com/XEqa6TJSua
— All Blacks (@AllBlacks) July 8, 2023
