Stephen Perofeta

Stephen Perofeta

New Zealand New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19955.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Stephen Perofeta is a talented rugby player for the Blues, known for his skills as a fly-half. He has faced challenges with injuries this season, contributing to the team's struggles in their title defense.

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Holland’s arrival in Auckland next year will mark the start of a new era, though, with a host of experienced figures including Stephen Perofeta in their final season for the Blues.

Super Rugby Pacific: Former All Blacks assistant coaches to join forces amid Blues shake-up
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
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Stephen Perofeta's quick hands sent AJ Lam in at the corner for a try.

Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
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Stephen Perofeta's quick hands sent AJ Lam in for a try during the match.

Blues crash to heavy Chiefs defeat, face daunting Crusaders quarterfinal
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
6.0

Stephen Perofeta was initially named on the bench before being scratched from the game.

Blues v Crusaders: Caleb Clarke bags a hat-trick as Blues see off Crusaders at Eden Park
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-03-07
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Stephen Perofeta was sent to the sin bin, giving the Brumbies a numerical advantage.

The NRL has picked a bad time for global domination
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-03-01
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Seems strange that a guy who has been around for so long still seems to need to prove himself.

Blues vs Chiefs player ratings: Player ratings and All Blacks watch
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-14
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Perofeta is perennially injured and has potential but limited experience.

Richie Mo’unga’s return to All Blacks forces Robertson into juggling act with Rugby World Cup plans – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
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Stephen Perofeta is among the players that Robertson is expected to give a chance to.

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson to test new talent in French series – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-01
6.0

Perofeta missed the majority of the Blues season due to injury.

All Blacks squad: The rookies who could make it into Scott Robertson’s side
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-21
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This look at our No 10 stocks hasn’t included the Blues’ Stephen Perofeta, also 28 but injured.

Super Rugby Pacific unearths new generation of first fives for New Zealand – Paul Lewis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-04
6.0

Stephen Perofeta was replaced by A.J. Lam at halftime due to a calf niggle.

Blues v Force: Blues get season back on track with bonus point win
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-02
5.0

The pair of Stephen Perofeta and Ruben Love have also shown ability to cover first-five.

All Blacks: Crusaders chief executive on chances of James O’Connor switching international allegiance
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
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Stephen Perofeta noted a huge shift around the team's attitude and mentality to win.

Super Rugby: Blues decline measured in statistics – Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
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Stephen Perofeta dropped a high ball leading to a try for the Crusaders.

Blues v Crusaders result: Defending champions slump further in Super Rugby Pacific
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
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Stephen Perofeta is mentioned as a Blues playmaker in the context of team dynamics.

All Blacks eligibility: Scott Robertson on Richie Mo’unga and the hard-line selection stance
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-17
6.0

Stephen Perofeta’s kick to the sideline instead fell into the waiting arms of Chiefs winger Emoni Narawa.

Chiefs v Blues: Chiefs hang on to top Blues in Super Rugby Pacific blockbuster
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-15
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Stephen Perofeta's expected return from injury complicates the playmaking picture for the Blues.

Super Rugby Pacific: Beauden Barrett’s return to first five highlights Blues’ playmaking dilemma
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
6.0

Stephen Perofeta is also sidelined, contributing to the Blues' challenges.

Super Rugby Pacific: Blues take aim at head knock cheating ‘insinuations’
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-05
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