Siosia Vave
Rugby league player for Manly Sea Eagles
An Australian-Tongan rugby league player, Vave played as a prop. Beginning his professional career with the Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL, he later participated in multiple clubs including the Parramatta Eels and the New Zealand Warriors. Throughout his career, he contributed to various matches in the NRL and showcased his skills in representative games for Tonga.
Played for Manly Sea Eagles in NRL
Competed internationally for Tonga
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