Tyrel Lomax re-signs until 2029

All Blacks tighthead prop Tyrel Lomax has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby until the end of 2029.

The new deal keeps him with the All Blacks, Hurricanes and Tasman through the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle and the 2029 British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand.

The extension is a major boost for New Zealand Rugby, with Lomax established as one of the country’s leading tighthead props. He said his family were happy in New Zealand and that he still had more to achieve with the teams he represents.

"I'm really excited to extend my time with the All Blacks, Hurricanes and Tasman Rugby through to the end of 2029," Lomax said.

"My family and I love being based here and I still have a lot to contribute and achieve. Rugby has played a huge part in my life and the opportunity to continue representing these teams means a lot to me."

All Blacks Prop Targets Rugby World Cup

The new contract keeps Lomax available for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. He said the chance to build towards another World Cup campaign and continue wearing the All Blacks jersey was a major factor in his decision.

"The next few years are incredibly exciting too. We've got a Rugby World Cup coming up and a British & Irish Lions tour in 2029.

"Those are opportunities every rugby player wants to be part of and having the chance to keep building towards those campaigns and wear the black jersey was a huge factor in my decision."

Lomax made his All Blacks debut against Japan in 2018 and has played 48 Tests for New Zealand. In 2024, he started 12 of the All Blacks’ 14 Tests and was named Tom French Memorial Maori Player of the Year before injuries disrupted his 2025 season.

Hurricanes Welcome Lomax Contract Extension

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie welcomed the extension, describing Lomax as athletic, physically imposing and a player whose best rugby is still ahead of him.

"Tyrel is a top man and I'm really rapt he has committed long-term. Having coached against him, what stands out is how athletic and physically imposing he is on both sides of the ball. It was great to see him back from injury last week.

"We believe his best footy is still ahead of him."

Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw also called the decision a major boost for the franchise. Lomax, who was born in Canberra and is of Muaupoko and Ngai Tuhoe descent, previously played for the Melbourne Rebels before moving to Tasman in 2017. He has also played eight matches for the Maori All Blacks and 116 Super Rugby matches.

"It's great news for us, Lowey, and New Zealand Rugby that he's decided to stay in the country. It goes without saying that we're hugely grateful and excited to see him continue his career with the Hurricanes."