Ben Barba
Rugby League Player, 2012 Dally M Medal Winner
Born
June 13th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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This individual played rugby league as a fullback and five-eighth, having a significant career in the National Rugby League (NRL). Debuts occurred in 2008 with the Brisbane Broncos, contributing to the team's 2009 NRL Grand Final victory. Later, played for the Canterbury Bulldogs and won the 2012 Dally M Medal as the league's best player. Also represented Australia and New Zealand in international competitions, including the 2013 Rugby League World Cup. Experience included stints with the Cronulla Sharks and the Super League team, St Helens.
Won the 2012 Dally M Medal
Played in the 2009 NRL Grand Final with the Brisbane Broncos
Represented Australia and New Zealand in international competitions
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