Sam Kane kicking the field invader after the All Blacks win

Kane contacted him to apologize to the field invader. pitch invader after the All Blacks victory over Argentina in Mendoza.

Footage of the incident shows Kane kicking an offender who was being chased by stewards as he ran past the All Blacks players after the final. whistle.

sam cane enfermo Mental pic.twitter.com/3Yb7tDkYuQ

— Joaco (@Joaquinn0225) July 9, 2023

On social media, Kane expressed his regret over the incident.

“Tonight after the game, someone ran onto the field and I misjudged and played a part at his stop. I admit that it was not my role, and it is not natural for me to behave in this way,” Kane said.

“I am very sorry and I am disappointed in myself. I'm trying my best to get in touch with this person to apologize and make things right.»

Kane later wrote that he had contacted a supporter named Roman, adding that he «came up well» and that Kane was » glad we were able to leave things in order.»

The actions of the All Blacks captain marred an otherwise perfect day for New Zealand, who were too good for Argentina to take a 31-0 lead. a 41-12 victory.

Kane, under pressure from Dalton Papalia for his place in the team, actually played well against Argentina, with a brilliant tackle on the wing. Sebastian Cancellier.

Sam Kane. Brick wall 🧱#ARGvNZL pic.twitter.com/XEqa6TJSua

— All Blacks (@AllBlacks) July 8, 2023

New Zealand will now return home for next weekend's blockbuster at Eden Park against world champions South Africa, who also won their first Rugby Championship match on Saturday, against Australia to Pretoria.