Taniela Tupou
AustraliaathleteMaleb. 19966.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Taniela Tupou is a highly regarded Australian rugby union player known for his powerful presence as a prop. His move to the Waratahs was influenced by coach McKellar, and his fitness is crucial for the team's success this season.
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Tupou got through 35 minutes off the bench in his side’s 71-17 loss to Toulouse.
Why attacking rugby is the blueprint for success and how Joe Schmidt must adaptAustralia· 2026-06-21
Taniela Tupou is mentioned as one of the star Wallabies overseas that Schmidt stays in touch with.
He’s dominating English rugby. Now this Aussie star is coming home to win a World Cup spotAustralia· 2026-02-17
Taniela Tupou rested.
Wallabies spring tour; how to watch, kick-off time, live updates, scores and results from DublinAustralia· 2025-11-15
Prop Taniela Tupou drops out of the match day squad.
O’Connor returns to steer the Wallabies in DublinAustralia· 2025-11-13
Taniela Tupou was penalised for coming into the breakdown illegally in the match.
Joe Schmidt disappointed by England 'gamesmanship' in Wallabies' defeat
United Kingdom· 2025-11-03
If Taniela Tupou wants to be known as a world-class prop, this is the time to deliver.
Steve Borthwick’s team selection presents opportunity for WallabiesAustralia· 2025-11-01
Taniela Tupou is welcomed back into the match-day squad for the Test.
Schmidt reshuffles the deck for Twickenham TestAustralia· 2025-10-30
Taniela Tupou showed really nice aggression and urgency in his work off the bench.
How the men in gold fared against New ZealandAustralia· 2025-10-04Taniela Tupou, while struggling to make an early impression, was still highly effective later in the match.
All Blacks v Wallabies player ratings: How Australia rated in Bledisloe Cup defeat at Eden Park
New Zealand· 2025-09-28
Taniela Tupou was involved in a tackle that looked dangerous.
Wallabies can’t let chance of Bledisloe win slip through their fingersAustralia· 2025-09-14
Tighthead Taniela Tupou will start his fifth consecutive Test after expressing disappointment for conceding two early penalties.
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto recalled to face Argentina in Rugby Championship clash at Allianz StadiumAustralia· 2025-09-11
Tupou was penalised for tackling without using his arms.
Wallabies v Argentina in Townsville, scores, odds, how to watch, news, team listsAustralia· 2025-09-06
Taniela Tupou is playing overseas next year and is a key contributor.
Wallabies injury drama ahead of Pumas showdownAustralia· 2025-08-24
Four players in today’s squad remain from the Wallabies side which last played at Ellis Park in 2019: Taniela Tupou.
Inside the Wallabies’ Ellis Park mission impossibleAustralia· 2025-08-11
Taniela Tupou is mentioned as part of the mix to play against the Springboks for the Wallabies.
Taniela Tupou, Will Skelton and Rob Valetini in mix to play Springboks in huge boost for WallabiesAustralia· 2025-08-09
Taniela Tupou was right beside Will Skelton during the match.
Far from a letdown, Lions’ defeat in third Test added texture to a compelling story – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-07
Taniela Tupou is joining Racing 92.
Wallabies can take heart from Lions series for litmus Tests against South Africa – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-06
Taniela Tupou played for only 60 minutes in the series.
Lions had special moments but lacked consistency needed to be ranked among greats – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-04
Tupou’s performance in Melbourne under Kefu was focused on dominating the scrum and not overthinking his game.
From Waratahs woes to Lion tamerAustralia· 2025-08-03
Taniela Tupou showed his potential to remain a vital part of the Wallabies.
Wallabies win on the right side of violenceAustralia· 2025-08-03
Taniela Tupou let the tears flow after the Wallabies' victory, marking a significant moment in his career.
Tupou weeps golden tears as Wallabies win back respect in bittersweet victory | Lions tour 2025United Kingdom· 2025-08-03
Brought his considerable mass to bear in an impressive scrum performance.
Australia 22-12 British & Irish Lions: third Test player ratings | Lions tour 2025United Kingdom· 2025-08-03
Trust the Tongan Thor to perform like this in a tempest.
Blood and thunder: error-strewn defeat leaves Lions open to charge of hubris | Lions tour 2025United Kingdom· 2025-08-02
Taniela Tupou is like no prop we have ever seen.
The Wallabies’ magnificent win proves they’re backAustralia· 2025-08-02Taniela Tupou was immense in his first game of the series.
Australia 22-12 Lions: Wallabies bounce back to deny Lions series whitewashUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-02
Taniela Tupou is back at tighthead to add power to the Australian team.
Lightning causes second half delay – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Taniela Tupou was recalled at tighthead prop for the Wallabies.
Tupou and White return for the Wallabies
Taiwan· 2025-08-01Taniela Tupou will play his first Test of the year in next Saturday’s third Test.
Joe Schmidt confirms Australia’s Carlo Tizzano received online abuse after second Lions Test – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
Taniela Tupou will play his first Test of the year in the third Test.
James Ryan to start third Test, James Lowe makes way for Kinghorn – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
Taniela Tupou was part of the dominating front row in the match.
Questions as to why Lukhan Salakaia-Loto isn’t playing for the WallabiesAustralia· 2025-07-23
