Leicester Fainga'anuku

Rugby union player, Crusaders star

Leicester Fainga'anuku - Rugby union player, Crusaders star
Born

October 11th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born in 1999, this rugby union player began his career with the Crusaders in Super Rugby. The player also represented New Zealand at the Under-20 level, contributing to the team's success in international competitions. In 2022, made his debut for the All Blacks, showcasing skills in both attack and defense. The player quickly established a reputation for agility and strength on the field.

Played for the Crusaders in Super Rugby

Debuted for the All Blacks in 2022

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