Seru Rabeni

Rugby player for Fiji national team

Seru Rabeni - Rugby player for Fiji national team
Born

1978
47 years ago

Died

March 15th, 2016
9 years ago — 38 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Fiji

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A rugby union player represented Fiji internationally. Played as a center and wing, earning 36 caps for the national team from 2001 to 2007. Competed in two Rugby World Cups, participating in the 2003 and 2007 tournaments. Having played professionally for several clubs, most notably for Leicester Tigers in the English Premiership, contributed to the team's successes during his tenure.

Competed in the 2003 Rugby World Cup

Played for Leicester Tigers

Earned 36 caps for Fiji national team

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