Thomas Mikaele

Rugby League Player - Wests Tigers

Thomas Mikaele - Rugby League Player - Wests Tigers
Born

January 11th, 1998
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born on January 11, 1998, in New Zealand, an athlete excelled in rugby league. Played as a prop for the Wests Tigers in the National Rugby League (NRL). Made his NRL debut in the 2018 season and established a reputation for strong performances on the field.

Debuted for Wests Tigers in 2018

Competed in the NRL

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