Roger Tuivasa-Sheck
Rugby league player, NRL Premiership winner
Born
June 5th, 1993
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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A rugby league player, represented the New Zealand Warriors in the NRL and played for the New Zealand national team. Made his NRL debut in 2013 and gained recognition for exceptional skills as a fullback and captain of the Warriors. Achieved significant success by leading the Warriors to their first NRL Grand Final appearance in 2011. Notable for performances in the representative arena, winning the 2017 Rugby League World Cup with New Zealand. Transitioned to rugby union in 2021, joining the Blues in Super Rugby, continuing a successful athletic career.
Won the NRL Premiership with the Sydney Roosters
Led the New Zealand Warriors to an NRL Grand Final
Captained the New Zealand national rugby league team
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