Addin Fonua-Blake

Rugby league player with Warriors

Addin Fonua-Blake - Rugby league player with Warriors
Born

November 6th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A professional rugby league player who played as a prop. Fonua-Blake began his career at the Manly Sea Eagles in the National Rugby League (NRL), where he debuted in 2015. He made significant contributions to the team over several seasons before transferring to the New Zealand Warriors in 2020. His playing style is characterized by strength and resilience on the field, making him a vital part of the teams he represented.

Debuted for Manly Sea Eagles in 2015

Transferred to New Zealand Warriors in 2020

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