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Irie Papuni

Irie Papuni

Australian rugby union player

Irie Papuni (born 29 January 2001) is an Australian rugby union player, of Tongan heritage, who plays for Moana Pasifika. His preferred position is lock or flanker.[1]

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Early career

Papuni is of Tongan heritage, but grew up in Australia. He played his club rugby for Eastern Suburbs before joining Western Sydney Two Blues.[2][3] He had previously been a member of the Waratahs academy, and represented the Junior Wallabies.[4]

Professional career

Papuni joined the Moana Pasifika for the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season.[5] He made his debut in Round 2 of the season against the Drua.[6]

References

  1. [1]
    "Irie Papuni". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 3 March 2024.
  2. [2]
    "2022 Shute Shield Season Preview: Eastern Suburbs". Rugby News. 28 March 2022. Retrieved 3 March 2024.
  3. [3]
    "The sky is the limit for Two Blues side still on the rise according to coach". Rugby News. 16 January 2024. Retrieved 3 March 2024.
  4. [4]
    "Waratahs Academy features strongly in Junior Wallabies Squad". NSW Rugby. 6 May 2021. Retrieved 3 March 2024.
  5. [5]
    "Moana Pasifika Squad Announcement 2024". Moana Pasifika (Press release). 9 November 2023. Retrieved 9 November 2023.
  6. [6]
    "Moana records first ever win, second loss for 'Saders". Rugby365. 2 March 2024. Retrieved 3 March 2024.


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