Xavier Taele

Xavier Taele

athlete New Zealand

Xavier Taele is a promising young rugby player for the Blues, recognized for his skills as a second five-eighth. At just 20 years old, he made his debut in a challenging match against the Chiefs, where he was tasked with critical kicking duties after injuries affected the team's lineup. Despite missing a crucial conversion attempt, Taele showcased his talent and determination, earning praise for his overall performance. A former captain of the Saint Kentigern College first XV and last year's age-grade player of the year, Taele's rapid rise in rugby has drawn attention as he aims to help turn around the Blues' season.

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New Zealand New Zealand: Xavier Taele is among those displaying the required hunger for the team. 7

Liam Napier Stephen Perofeta Cam Christie Patrick Tuipulotu Kurt Eklund Beauden Barrett Ricky Riccitelli Zarn Sullivan Adrian Choat Anton Segner Taufa Funaki Aj Lam Ofa Tuʻungafasi Sam Darry Rory Mcilroy
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Super Rugby: Blues decline measured in statistics – Liam Napier

New Zealand New Zealand: Xavier Taele contributed with a conversion for the Blues. 5

Patrick Tuipulotu Kurt Eklund Beauden Barrett Ofa Tuʻungafasi Anton Segner Sam Darry Ricky Riccitelli Aj Lam Zarn Sullivan Laghlan Mcwhannell Hoskins Sotutu Taha Kemara Dalton Papali I Harry Plummer Kyle Preston Chay Fihaki Tamaiti Williams Christian Lio Willie David Havili Stephen Perofeta Will Jordan Vern Cotter
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Blues v Crusaders result: Defending champions slump further in Super Rugby Pacific

New Zealand New Zealand: Xavier Taele was thrust into the second half kicking duties on debut after Plummer left the field. 7

Simon Graafhuis Andrew Hore Rieko Ioane Marcel Renata Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Chiefs fined for conversion interference during Super Rugby Pacific win over Blues

New Zealand New Zealand: Xavier Taele hit the post with a 76th-minute sideline conversion following Rieko Ioane’s try. 5

Simon Graafhuis Andrew Hore Rieko Ioane Marcel Renata Liam Napier
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Chiefs fined for conversion interference during Super Rugby Pacific win over Blues