Neemia Tialata

Rugby player for New Zealand and the All Blacks

Neemia Tialata - Rugby player for New Zealand and the All Blacks
Born

July 15th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born in New Zealand in 1982, a rugby union player specialized in the prop position. Executed a professional career spanning over a decade, playing prominently for the Wellington Lions in the National Provincial Championship and the Hurricanes in Super Rugby. Achieved significant recognition as a member of the New Zealand national team, the All Blacks, contributing to their victory in the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Retired from professional rugby in 2013, leaving a legacy as a skilled player.

Played for the All Blacks in the 2011 Rugby World Cup

Competed for the Hurricanes in Super Rugby

Represented Wellington Lions in NPC

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