Mana, mischief and Marika: The hidden side of a Wallabies superstar | iainpayten
There were nine minutes left in the Wallabies’ clash with Argentina when coaches wanted to remind Jake Gordon he was now captain.
Wallabies assistant coach Scott Wisemantel adds: “He watches everything and as well as being very good on his rugby knowledge, he sees traits or characteristics in people and is not afraid to use them to extract the piss out of his mates at the appropriate time.”in Mendoza, Koroibete confirms he is not as quiet as his public persona might suggest.
Rennie, for the record, furiously agrees. If ever there is a player who qualifies for a “keep doing what you’re doing” pass, it’s Koroibete. Koroibete moved to Japan last year to play under Deans at Panasonic, and it won’t surprise you to learn the Wild Knights won the League One title with the Wallaby playing a significant role.
Marika Koroibete in action for the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights during the Japan Rugby League One final.Deans issued Koroibete a similar “just play” pass, but says his skills have been polished in Japan simply due him getting many touches in Top League games and in training.
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