Chris Apoua

One of the more experienced heads in the Moana Pasifika forward pack, Chris Apoua brings a wealth of know-how to the side's loose forwards. Born on 30 January 1992, the flanker has the seasoned physicality and game management that comes with a long career in the professional ranks. Apoua's game is built on a relentless work rate at the breakdown, where his experience allows him to time his contests and consistently disrupt opposition ball. He is a strong and reliable defender, leading the forward effort through his physicality and willingness to make the hard tackles that set a team's tone. As one of the older members of the squad, he also offers leadership and composure, guiding younger forwards and helping to organise the pack in the heat of a match. Moana Pasifika's confrontational, Pacific-rooted identity is well suited to a forward of Apoua's mould, and his presence adds steel and stability to the back row. While the flanker's contribution is often measured in unseen graft, Apoua's blend of physicality and experience makes him a valuable pillar in the Moana Pasifika pack.