Patrick Tuipulotu
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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Patrick Tuipulotu was among the Blues players who were absent for the match.
Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
New 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· 2025-09-27
The 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
Patrick Tuipulotu is mentioned as one of the impressive performers in the All Blacks.
All Blacks v France live Q&A: Liam Napier answers your questions following 3-0 series win and the looming Rugby ChampionshipNew Zealand· 2025-07-21Patrick Tuipulotu has given the All Blacks the potential to include him in their preferred match-day 23.
Scott Robertson’s vision: All Blacks blend speed with skill for success – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-07-20
The Blues skipper showed he has much to offer to a team that occasionally needs serious grunt work.
All Blacks player ratings: How they rated in third-test win over FranceNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
Patrick Tuipulotu is among the players returning for the All Blacks in the series finale.
All Blacks v France: Live updates from the third test in HamiltonNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
Finau has the added challenge of covering starting locks Patrick Tuipulotu and Fabian Holland.
All Blacks v France: Chiefs-dominated All Blacks should avoid form fade – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2025-07-17Patrick Tuipulotu is part of the All Blacks squad.
All Blacks team naming: Scott Robertson names squad for third test against FranceNew Zealand· 2025-07-16Patrick Tuipulotu returned to the side seamlessly, contributing significantly to the team's performance.
All Blacks v France: Scott Robertson’s vision takes shape in Wellington – Phil GiffordNew Zealand· 2025-07-13
Patrick Tuipulotu impressed in his starting return to replace Scott Barrett.
All Blacks v France: Tupou Vaa’i ruled out as All Blacks commit to rotation for final French testNew Zealand· 2025-07-13Patrick Tuipulotu produced a bruising performance, confirming the quality of the All Blacks' locks.
All Blacks v France: Scott Robertson’s side find identity in second-test win – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2025-07-13Patrick Tuipulotu made a welcomed return to test rugby and was a safe option at lineout.
All Blacks player ratings: How they rated in second test win over FranceNew Zealand· 2025-07-12Patrick Tuipulotu steps in as skipper for the All Blacks in Barrett's absence.
All Blacks vs France: How Scott Robertson’s men can win test in WellingtonNew Zealand· 2025-07-11
Patrick Tuipulotu’s experience complements Fabian Holland’s raw frame.
All Blacks v France: Why Scott Robertson switched selection tactics for French rematchNew Zealand· 2025-07-10