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Nepo Laulala

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Nepo Laulala

Prop

KEY STATS
UPDATED
AGE
32
WEIGHT
116KG
HEIGHT
184CM
GAMES
53
POINTS
0
TRIES
0
CONV
0
PEN
0
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BIOGRAPHY

TIGHTHEAD SPECIALIST Nepo Laulala has built a reputation as one of the world's leading scrummagers since making his All Blacks debut in 2015.

The powerful prop made his Super Rugby debut in 2013 for the Crusaders after impressive provincial seasons for Canterbury and benefitted from working alongside the three All Blacks props in the team.

He was called up to the All Blacks for the first time in 2015, playing four pre-Rugby World Cup Tests that year.

He transferred to the Chiefs in 2016 but a serious knee injury kept him out for most of the season. In 2017, he made a strong return to the All Blacks side, playing nine Tests. His hard-working attitude and natural talent makes him an important member of the national side.

Laulala was a member of the 2019 All Blacks squad which finished third at the Rugby World Cup and re-gained selection to the All Blacks squad in 2020 following a strong season for the Chiefs.

The softly-spoken, trained builder was born in Samoa, educated at Auckland’s Wesley College and is one of eight siblings. There’s a fair bit of rugby talent in the Laulala family: older brother Casey was an All Black (two Tests in 2004 and 2006), while brothers Ray and Luteru have played for Counties Manukau.

Nepo Laulala news

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Magnificent Eight: Paying tribute to the departing All Blacks of 2023
The Rugby World Cup often signifies the end of an era, where we bid farewell to distinguished players who have left an indelible mark on the sport.
Nepo Laulala extends commitment to New Zealand Rugby and the Blues
Nepo Laulala has committed to New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and the Blues for another year, officially extending his contract through to the end of 2023.
Unbeaten campaign would be the ‘cherry on top’ - Laulala
Incentive won't be lacking for the All Blacks even with the Fortinet Rugby Championship locked away when they take on South Africa for their second Test on the Gold Coast on Saturday.
“It’s the true test for us this week” - Feek
All Blacks scrum coach Greg Feek admitted to keeping half an eye on South Africa during the Fortinet Rugby Championship to be ready as the two sides worked towards their final two games.
Nepo Laulala happy to be home and playing for the Blues
Injuries, some season-ending, and one potentially career-ending have been a blight on All Blacks prop Nepo Laulala's career, but he is looking to make the most of the 2021 season, firstly with his new Blues side in Super Rugby Aotearoa and then beyond.
All Blacks team named for first Investec Tri Nations Test against Argentina
The All Blacks team has been named to play Argentina in the Investec Tri Nations Test at Bankwest Stadium, Sydney on Saturday 14 November (Kick off 7.10pm NZT).
Laulala moves back home to join powerful Blues front row
All Blacks prop Nepo Laulala today confirmed he will play his Super Rugby for the Blues for the next two years.
North v South Watch: Fullbacks collide
With just over a month until the Steinlager North v South clash at Eden Park on August 29, anticipation is growing among fans as to who will make the cut in either side.

Nepo Laulala Videos

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All Blacks look forward to 100th Test v South Africa
Patrick Tuipulotu, Nepo Laulala, Karl Tu'inukuafe and Luke Jacobson look…
All Blacks look forward to facing the Pumas
The All Blacks take on Argentina in back-to-back Tests on September 12 (Gold…