Patrick Tuipulotu
New ZealandathleteMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.00%Patrick Tuipulotu is a professional rugby player and captain of the Blues, known for his leadership skills and dynamic play as a lock. He has also represented the All Blacks, showcasing his talent on an international level.
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Tuipulotu put in a respectable shift as the skipper for the day.
All Blacks v Stormers player ratings: Dave Rennie’s men make their case for selection against SpringboksNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
Patrick Tuipulotu captained the All Blacks against the Stormers.
Luke Jacobson to captain All Blacks against Sharks in DurbanNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
Patrick Tuipulotu is the match day captain for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Stormers: Two rookies named for South African tour opener in Cape TownNew Zealand· 2026-08-05
Patrick Tuipulotu scored New Zealand’s opening try.
All Blacks take down Ireland at home
Taiwan· 2026-07-19
Patrick Tuipulotu had a terrific angle and timing on the run for the opening try.
All Blacks v Ireland player ratings: Assessing the performances of Dave Rennie’s menNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Patrick Tuipulotu scored a try for the All Blacks in their match against Ireland.
All Blacks v Ireland: World media reacts as Eden Park streak continues with dominant winNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Patrick Tuipulotu forms the second row for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Ireland recap: Dave Rennie’s side put 40 on Ireland to extend Eden Park streakNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Patrick Tuipulotu delivered a relentless, direct, powerful presence in the middle of the park.
All Blacks v Ireland: Dave Rennie’s side unveil brutal and beautiful blueprint in big winNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Patrick Tuipulotu and Josh Lord form the second row.
All Blacks v Ireland: Live updates from the Nations Championship clash at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2026-07-18Patrick Tuipulotu and Josh Lord form the second row.
All Blacks v Ireland: Tupou Vaa’i returns to loose forwards as Dave Rennie names side to defend Eden Park recordNew Zealand· 2026-07-16
Patrick Tuipulotu is expected to return from a minor calf strain.
All Blacks v Italy: Dave Rennie mulls reshuffle as rookies push for Italy test starts – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-07-08
Patrick Tuipulotu covers lock on the bench.
All Blacks v France: Ruben Love wins race for No 10 jersey, two debutants for season openerNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Patrick Tuipulotu was among the Blues players who were absent for the match.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinalNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
Patrick Tuipulotu is mentioned as the captain whose injury absence allows Papali’i to start as captain.
Dalton Papali’i: Blues coach Vern Cotter laments skipper’s exit – ‘He could have been an All Blacks captain’New Zealand· 2026-02-17
Patrick Tuipulotu's injury has affected the All Blacks' lock situation ahead of the Grand Slam tour.
NPC final: Scott Robertson’s call on George Bell and Sam Darry raises questions about All Blacks’ mindset – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-10-22
Patrick Tuipulotu received a rating of 5.
All Blacks v Wallabies player ratings: How Scott Robertson’s side rated in Perth winNew Zealand· 2025-10-04
Patrick Tuipulotu's impact off the bench was notable.
All Blacks v Wallabies: Beauden Barrett, Ethan de Groot ruled out of Perth testNew Zealand· 2025-09-28
Contributed effectively to the team's performance.
All Blacks v Wallabies: How the All Blacks rated in Bledisloe Cup win over AustraliaNew Zealand· 2025-09-27The All Blacks bench, led by Patrick Tuipulotu, improved too.
All Blacks v Wallabies: Scott Robertson’s side bounce back to retain Bledisloe Cup at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2025-09-27
Patrick Tuipulotu is suggested as a more impactful player to come off the bench for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Wallabies: Who Scott Robertson should have picked for first Bledisloe Cup test – Paul LewisNew Zealand· 2025-09-26
Patrick Tuipulotu's comeback from a facial fracture adds physicality to the All Blacks' bench.
All Blacks v Wallabies: It’s time for Scott Robertson’s side to walk the talkNew Zealand· 2025-09-26
Patrick Tuipulotu returns from having a plate inserted to mend the facial fracture he suffered in Argentina.
All Blacks v Australia: Scott Robertson resists urge for selection panic in quest to restore prideNew Zealand· 2025-09-25
Patrick Tuipulotu is a player for the All Blacks who is cleared to return from injury.
All Blacks v Wallabies: Where Scott Robertson’s side need to be better for Bledisloe Cup clashNew Zealand· 2025-09-23
Patrick Tuipulotu came off the bench during the match between the All Blacks and South Africa.
All Blacks v South Africa: New Zealand out to regain Freedom Cup at Wellington’s Sky StadiumNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
Patrick Tuipulotu is a perennially reliable player for the All Blacks.
All Blacks v Springboks: Eden Park result highlights teams’ conflicting trajectories – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Patrick Tuipulotu is absent through injury, leading to Fabian Holland filling the breach.
All Blacks v Springboks: Scott Robertson risks it all on keeping the faith to defend Eden Park fortressNew Zealand· 2025-09-04
Lock Patrick Tuipulotu is also three to four weeks away, meaning a potential return in the Bledisloe Cup.
All Blacks v South Africa: Leicester Fainga’anuku called into All Blacks camp ahead of Eden Park testNew Zealand· 2025-09-01
Patrick Tuipulotu is another All Black that Joe Royal has had the opportunity to play with.
Auckland Premier Rugby: Ponsonby Rugby Club legend Joe Royal to play 150th game in Gallaher Shield finalNew Zealand· 2025-07-25
Patrick Tuipulotu retained starting status alongside Holland.
All Blacks v France: Reviewing the performances of Scott Robertson and his menNew Zealand· 2025-07-23
They hit charging lock Patrick Tuipulotu so hard the ball jolted loose near the line.
How a weakened France team did the All Blacks a real favour – Paul LewisNew Zealand· 2025-07-22
