Felise Kaufusi
New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19937.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Felise Kaufusi is a professional rugby league player from New Zealand, currently playing as a second-row forward for the Melbourne Storm in the NRL. Known for his powerful playing style and defensive capabilities, Kaufusi has also represented the Mate Ma'a Tonga team on the international stage, making significant contributions to both club and country.
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Felise Kaufusi was one of the founding leaders who encouraged Katoa to take charge as the team's halfback.
Isaiya Katoa’s bold Penrith Panthers gamble, and ‘typical’ Wayne Bennett move, delivers a generational star
Australia· 2026-09-24
Felise Kaufusi is an interchange player for the Dolphins.
Warriors v Dolphins, NRL finals qualifying finalNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Felise Kaufusi is criticized for a dangerous tackle that injured another player.
Andrew Johns says Brisbane Broncos need all-out attack approach to beat Melbourne StormAustralia· 2025-08-07
Felise Kaufusi has been slapped with a two-match ban for a hip-drop tackle.
Warriors v Bulldogs: Chanel Harris-Tavita starts in halves, James Fisher-Harris on extended benchNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Felise Kaufusi replaced Reece Walsh as the 18th player in Origin history.
Canterbury Bulldogs hit out at State of Origin 18th-man rules after Jacob Kiraz called up by NSW BluesAustralia· 2025-07-03
Felise Kaufusi was activated as a concussion substitute in the first game of the 2024 series.
Tom Trbojevic knocked back NSW 18th man job to play for Manly. He shouldn’t have to chooseAustralia· 2025-06-13
Felise Kaufusi set the scene early with a back slam on Valentine Holmes.
St George Illawarra Dragons v Dolphins scores, results, time, program, entertainment, tips, odds, weather, how to watchAustralia· 2025-06-06
They had their Felise Kaufusis, their Josh Papaliis and their Matt Scotts.
The Blues were able to out-Queensland Queensland. Enjoy it while it lasts.Australia· 2025-05-30
Felise Kaufusi has declared his skipper Tom Gilbert should be brought back into the Queensland Maroons’ fold.
How Magic Round decided and caused State of Origin selection debatesAustralia· 2025-05-05
Felise Kaufusi is a Dolphins star who has shifted allegiances to Tonga and reflects on his career and legacy in rugby league.
Dolphins star Felise Kaufusi vows to play on, revealing why he left the Melbourne StormAustralia· 2025-04-18
Felise Kaufusi was mentioned as a player whose loss Katoa could cover.
Warriors v Storm: How former Warrior Eliesa Katoa became an NRL superstar in MelbourneNew Zealand· 2025-04-12
Felise Kaufusi is currently a Queensland regular.
Rugby league: Eligibility rules complicating Kayln Ponga’s potential switch to represent Kiwis, says NZ Rugby League CEONew Zealand· 2025-03-17
