Ioane Moananu

Ioane Moananu is a hard-hitting and mobile flanker for the NSW Waratahs, bringing a traditional New Zealand physicality and high work rate to the team's forward pack. A former New Zealand Under-20 representative, his career highlights include earning a Super Rugby Pacific contract with the Waratahs for the 2024 season. He plays a crucial role as a defensive stopper and a disruptive force at the breakdown, providing vital turnovers and relentless defensive pressure.