Michael Naitokani (born 9 March 2000) is a Fijian rugby union player, who plays for the Drua in Super Rugby. His preferred position is centre.[1]

Michael Naitokani
Date of birth (2000-03-09) 9 March 2000 (age 24)
Place of birthTawake, Cakaudrove Province, Fiji
Height186 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight85 kg (187 lb; 13 st 5 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre
Current team Drua
Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2023– Drua 6 (5)
Correct as of 18 August 2023

Early career

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Naitokani is from Tawake in Cakaudrove Province. He attended Queen Victoria School and began playing rugby aged nine.[2]

Professional career

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Naitokani was named in the Drua squad ahead of the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season,[3] having initially signed from Skipper Cup side Nadroga in October 2022.[4] He made his debut ahead of Round 6 of the season against the Rebels, coming on as a replacement.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Michael Naitokani". Ultimate Rugby. Retrieved 18 August 2023.
  2. ^ "Fijian Drua Naitokani credits hard work for call-up". Fiji Times. 17 February 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2023.
  3. ^ "Fijian Drua unveil 2023 squad and first ever development group" (Press release). Fijian Drua. 28 November 2022. Retrieved 28 November 2022.
  4. ^ "7S Rugby World Cup winner, two exciting youngsters join the Drua journey" (Press release). Fijian Drua. 12 October 2022. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  5. ^ "Naitokani set for Drua debut". FBC News. 30 March 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2023.
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