
Asu AJ Kepaoa
Asu 'AJ' Kepaoa is a professional rugby league player who currently plays as a back-rower for the Newcastle Knights in the National Rugby League (NRL). Previously, he had stints with the Wests Tigers and the Penrith Panthers, accumulating 40 NRL games over four seasons with the Tigers. Kepaoa is in the news for being referred to the judiciary due to an alleged homophobic slur directed at an opponent during a NSW Cup match, resulting in a potential suspension from play.
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Kepaoa is facing at least four weeks on the sidelines after being referred straight to the judiciary for a homophobic slur.
Newcastle player referred straight to judiciary for alleged homophobic slurThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-06-22



