Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
Rugby league player with New Zealand
Born
August 17th, 1995
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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A rugby league player from New Zealand, competed in the NRL as a member of the Penrith Panthers and the Canterbury Bulldogs. Played for the New Zealand national team and represented the country in international competitions.
Competed in the NRL with the Penrith Panthers
Played for the Canterbury Bulldogs
Represented New Zealand in international rugby league
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