Mauger confirms Leicester deal

All Blacks and Crusaders centre Aaron Mauger has confirmed that he will join Leicester after this year's Rugby World Cup.

The 26-year-old is believed to have signed a two-and-a-half year contract with the Tigers.

"My immediate focus is the Super 14 and getting selected for the All Blacks again," said Mauger in a statement. "It's good to have this deal done so I can focus on that challenge."

He added: "As a family we are looking forward to having an overseas experience and this is probably the only opportunity we will get due to the ages of our children.

"I'd also love to finish my career with Canterbury and if I'm still playing well enough possibly have a crack at the 2011 World Cup."