Rugby League Superstar Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to Represent Samoa in Upcoming England Series
The dual-code rugby sensation Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has made a significant decision regarding his international allegiance. The former New Zealand representative has agreed to switch his allegiance to Samoa, the island where he was born, in order to represent his family’s heritage.
Tuivasa-Sheck, who has excelled in both rugby codes throughout his illustrious career, has starred in the NRL and is widely regarded as a superstar in the league. Despite being approached by New Zealand’s Kiwis coach Stacey Jones to feature for the nation in the upcoming Pacific Championships, the 29-year-old has declined the offer.
“I’ve had talks to Roger and he indicated when he came back to the game he wanted to play for Samoa, represent his family, which I respect,” Jones told 1News in New Zealand. “I said to Rog, ‘I would love you to be available for the Kiwis’, and he thought really hard, but he had already made his decision when he came back to rugby league to represent Samoa which I respect.”
The news of Tuivasa-Sheck’s switch to Samoa is a significant boost for the upcoming two-Test series between England and Samoa. The series, which was initially proposed as a three-match affair, was later reduced to two matches after the Samoans initially pulled out. However, the tourists eventually agreed to tour England, and with Tuivasa-Sheck in their squad, the series is set to generate even more hype and prestige.
England vs. Samoa Series
Shaun Wane’s England side will square off against the 2022 Rugby League World Cup finalists, and the inclusion of one of the game’s genuine superstars in Tuivasa-Sheck is sure to add to the anticipation surrounding the matches.
The dual-code rugby sensation’s decision to represent Samoa is a testament to his desire to honor his family’s heritage. As one of the world’s rugby league icons prepares to make his way to England later this year, rugby enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing the star’s talent on the international stage.
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