Samiuela
Moli

Hooker

Nationality

Tongan

Villages

Te'ekiu (Tongatapu) & Leimatu'a (Vava'u)

Born

21/12/1998

Height / Weight

185cm / 108kg

Samiuela Moli is an established member of Moana Pasifika being with the team since its inaugural season in 2022.

The versatile hooker attended Marlborough Boy’s High School and has become an integral part of the playing squad. He is well on his way to reaching the 50 match milestone in Super Rugby in 2025.

In recent years, Moli has elevated his game to become one of the top players in his position across the competition.

Before breaking onto the Super Rugby scene, Moli was playing for the Tasman Mako and worked as a builder in the off-season.

He got the call up to represent the ‘Ikale Tahi in 2021, making his test debut against the All Blacks.

Rugby talent runs in the family with older brother Atu Moli a former All Black.

Moana Pasifika debut: 2022 v Crusaders

Nick Name: Miu

Junior Rugby Clubs: Harlequins Marlborogh

Senior Rugby Clubs: Wanderers / Nelson Marist

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