Kennedy Tukuafu
Kennedy Tukuafu, formerly known as Kennedy Simon, is a dedicated rugby player who has made a name for herself in the sport. She is currently balancing her career with the demands of a long-distance relationship as her partner, Solomone Tukuafu, plays overseas.
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Kennedy Tukuafu is one of the players in the Black Ferns squad.
Black Ferns v Canada: Why first quarter could be telling in Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinal
New Zealand· 2025-09-19
Kennedy Tukuafu represented New Zealand in the Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final against Canada.
Women's Rugby World Cup: Canada beats defending champions New Zealand to secure spot in final
Canada· 2025-09-19
New Zealand co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu has taken Miller’s place at openside flanker.
Black Ferns v Canada live updates: Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-19Kennedy Tukuafu has taken Miller’s place at openside flanker.
Black Ferns: Jorja Miller’s mystery injury explained ahead of Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Kennedy Tukuafu is moving to the bench for the match against Ireland.
Black Ferns v Ireland: Live updates from the Women’s Rugby World Cup clashNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Kennedy Tukuafu moves back to the bench after making her return from injury.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns step campaign up for Ireland testNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
Kennedy Tukuafu will return to her regular role at openside flanker for Monday morning’s test against Japan.
Black Ferns v Japan: Live updates from Women’s Rugby World Cup pool clashNew Zealand· 2025-08-31
Kennedy Tukuafu is returning from a knee injury at openside flanker.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns stay on plan for Japan test as balancing act continuesNew Zealand· 2025-08-30Kennedy Tukuafu is a co-captain of the Black Ferns and is expected to start in a loose forward trio.
Black Ferns’ World Cup campaign off to shaky start - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-08-26
Kennedy Tukuafu was cleared to return from a knee injury for the tournament opener if needed.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns look for intention over perfection against Spain in openerNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
Kennedy Tukuafu is a co-captain and a key player in the Black Ferns.
‘Pressure is a privilege’: Braxton Sorensen-McGee on being New Zealand’s youngest star | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
United Kingdom· 2025-08-23
Kennedy Tukuafu believes any publicity is good publicity for women's rugby.
Katelyn Vahaakolo and Ilona Maher discuss women’s rugby growth in AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-05-23
Co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu has been named in the loose forwards.
Black Ferns v Australia: Live updates from the Pacific Four Series clash in NewcastleNew Zealand· 2025-05-10
Kennedy Tukuafu is a co-captain of the Black Ferns.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Braxton Sorensen-McGee to make test debut after impressive Super Rugby Aupiki campaignNew Zealand· 2025-05-08Kennedy Tukuafu is mentioned as one of the athletes in a long-distance relationship while pursuing their rugby careers.
Rugby couple Chelsea Bremner and Joe Apikotoa support each other from afarNew Zealand· 2025-03-04
