Sekope Kepu

Rugby player, Wallabies representative

Sekope Kepu - Rugby player, Wallabies representative
Born

February 5th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A rugby player who represented Australia at the international level. Played as a prop and made significant contributions to the Wallabies during various tournaments. Participated in numerous test matches and was part of the squad for the 2015 Rugby World Cup. His club career included playing for the New South Wales Waratahs in Super Rugby, achieving significant success with the team.

Played for the Wallabies in over 100 tests

Member of the 2015 Rugby World Cup squad

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