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Bundee Aki

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Bundee Aki

Bundee Aki is a centre who represents Connacht and Ireland. He will tour with the British and Irish Lions in 2025.

Nationality

Ireland

Age

35

Position

Centre

Height

178cm

Weight

102kg

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Bundee Aki Bio

In Auckland, New Zealand on 7 April 1990, Bundee Aki was born as Fua Leiofi Bundellu Aki. The nickname ‘Bundee’ was then given to him by a rugby coach at under-age level. 

Bundee Aki’s professional rugby career began in 2011, when he represented Counties Manukau for the first time. Then, after an impressive couple of seasons, he also began to represent the Chiefs

In 2013, he won the Super Rugby title with the team. However, ahead of the 2014-15 season, Aki decided to move to Ireland with Connacht. He’s played for the Irish province ever since, making more than 100 appearances for the side. During this time, he’s claimed one Pro12 title. 

After completing a three-year residency period in Ireland, Bundee Aki received his first call-up for the Irish national team in 2017. Since, he’s been a force on the international stage and has helped Ireland capture three Six Nations Championships, including two Grand Slams

In 2023, his excellent performances for Ireland saw him nominated for the prestigious World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year award. 

Thanks to his outstanding performances for the Irish national team, Aki was named in the British and Irish Lions squad for the team’s 2021 tour of South Africa. He made his test debut for the side in the third and final test, which the Lions lost 19-16. 

Due to his continued excellence for his club and his country, Bundee Aki was also named in the British and Irish Lions squad for the team’s 2025 tour of Australia. This time, he will hope to appear in all three tests. 

Still playing his very best rugby, we can’t wait to see what else Bundee Aki can achieve for both Connacht and Ireland.