Dane Nielsen
Rugby league player for Melbourne Storm
Born
June 10th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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A rugby league player, played primarily as a centre. Competed in the National Rugby League (NRL) for teams such as the Melbourne Storm and the New Zealand Warriors. Achieved success with the Melbourne Storm, winning the NRL premiership in 2012. Also represented New South Wales Country and played internationally for the Cook Islands.
Won the NRL premiership with Melbourne Storm in 2012
Represented New South Wales Country
Played internationally for the Cook Islands
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