Kato Ottio
Rugby League Player for PNG and Canberra
Born
1994
31 years ago
Died
January 9th, 2018
7 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Papua New Guinea
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A rugby league player participated in the National Rugby League (NRL) and represented Papua New Guinea at the international level. Played as a winger and had a notable stint with the Canberra Raiders. Competed for the PNG national team in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, contributing to the team's performance. His career was marked by a dedication to the sport and impactful performances on the field.
Played for the Canberra Raiders in the NRL
Represented Papua New Guinea in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup
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