There's not many players who have transitioned into international rugby as seamlessly as Peter Lakai and after this episode it's easy to see why. The Hurricanes and All Blacks loose forward has already packed plenty into his rugby career, but there’s a lot more to his story than what you see on the field.
This is an honest yarn with plenty of laughs, Peter takes us through the moments that have shaped him and gives us an insight into life at the top level.
In this episode, we chat about:
- Growing up playing rugby against older kids and getting smoked all the time
- Missing out on NZ Schools and questioning himself before representing the NZ U20s 3 years in a row.
- Working on a building site while fitting in early-morning academy training.
- Joining the Hurricanes at 18 and going from fanboying Ardie Savea to playing alongside him.
- The unexpected phone call from Razor and the feeling of running out for his All Blacks debut.
- His favourite memories from the 2026 Hurricanes Championship season.
- What position he prefers playing and heaps more!
I don't think I've ever met someone as level headed as Peter, he is incredibly humble and nothing seems to phase him. All his teammates speak so highly of him and it's clear to see why. He's a freak on the field and a champion man off it! I'm sure you'll enjoy this one with the future of NZ rugby.
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