Related Pages. Part of YMU Group, the leading talent management company for elite clients in Sport, Music, Drama and Entertainment. Sites: 960 Likes, 4 Comments - Bundee Aki (@bundeeaki) on Instagram: “Saying my first and most important goodbye to our eldest Armani is never easy, it gets harder every…” Easy to understand Bundee Aki red card – but was there a case for mitigation? My reindeer 218w. It's definitely unfair for someone to receive that heat off the media when he hasn't done anything wrong. Access exclusive podcasts, interviews and analysis with a monthly or annual membership. 94.9k Followers, 720 Following, 291 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Bundee Aki (@bundeeaki) [9], Aki began playing for Counties Manukau in the 2011 season. [21] After signing, he declared: “I am truly grateful for the opportunity I have been given to represent both Connacht and Irish and am delighted to extend my IRFU contract (...) From the start of my Debut in the Irish jersey me and my family have had great support.”[23] His decision to extend his contract came after much media speculation about what his future may hold after a disappointing Rugby World Cup in Japan.[24]. [44] Aki also featured in all five of Ireland's games in the 2019 Six Nations, as they finished third in a disappointing defence of their Grand Slam title. [15] Aki came into the team for the 2013 Super Rugby season. That's all I can do realistically as a rugby player.”[39], Aki acknowledged that a big part of his motivation to move to Ireland was to play international rugby, and that he worked hard to make both Connacht and the Irish team proud. 218w 1 like Reply. But there is something primal and familiar in this concern, a fear of being replaced or cast aside, of one's power being unseated. 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Likewise they are enlisted by those who prescribe national identities based on their own likeness, or who complain about the rightful positions of Irish people (jobs, a place on a team) being “taken” by an “outsider” (...) The problem with this rhetoric around non-Irish-born players playing for Ireland is how it intersects with the bockety relationship white Irish people have with race in this country. Irish sport images provided by Inpho Photography unless otherwise stated. or. or. Media/News Company . Professional Sports Team. [10] Counties Manukau finished top of the Championship Division and won their play-off games against Southland and Otago, which earned the side promotion to the following year's Premiership Division. We’re not picking any of the Irish guys? Forgot account? [10] Chiefs finished sixth in the final standings of the league season, the final qualifying spot for the competition's play-off rounds. It's tough on a player like that. [10] Aki's final appearance for Counties Manukau came in the team's 41–18 victory over Auckland on 8 October 2014. Aki is Kiwi born, from the Auckland suburb of Otahuhu. Connacht head coach Andy Friend has made seven changes to the starting line-up to take on Ospreys in a rescheduled Pro14 game on Sunday. It is unlikely that the IRFU will go about replacing every Irish player with new players from the southern hemisphere. He played in 13 of the side's 18 regular season games, starting 12 of these and scoring five tries, as Chiefs finished top of the table. He came over here and has played rugby and qualified for Ireland in the right way. [21], On 25 October 2016, Aki signed a new contract to remain at Connacht until 2020 and became eligible to play for Ireland after completing three years of residence in the country in October 2017. [8], Aki played for the Borneo Eagles based in Sabah, East Malaysia. We are a country that still trades in raw and basic racism, which we often excuse as “ignorance” as opposed to hatred or discrimination. You can quote rule 8 to me as long as you like but you can't trade out your heritage. [50] The red card resulted in a three-game suspension, ruling Aki out of the remainder of the tournament. On 17 November 2018, he started against his native New Zealand in a 16–9 win. “It’s a reminder that they are important and influential people, and if you are an important and influential person you’ve got a responsibility about the things that you say.”. For more information on cookies please refer to our cookies policy. Wire service provided by Associated Press. 218w Reply. 9,578 Likes, 0 Comments - Bundee Aki (@bundeeaki) on Instagram: “Greatful for the opportunity to be out there lastnight. [52], Aki grew up and went to school with fellow Chiefs teammate Tim Nanai-Williams. It's going to annoy me watching it. Log In. Please note that TheJournal.ie uses cookies to improve your experience and to provide services and advertising. [10] He also started in the team's play-off semi-final, a 41–10 defeat to Wellington. The guy is literally a blow-in. Aki was born in the Auckland suburb of Otahuhu,[3] to Hercules and Sautia Aki. I had to put in the hard work, I had to put in week-by-week performances. But, actually, if you put it out there publicly you’re making a statement about yourself,” Baxter told BBC Sport. And I felt bad for the player, because he was in the middle of a firestorm that had nothing to do with him; other people had done the same as he had. , Access to the comments facility has been disabled for this user, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, TheJournal.ie supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and the Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice. [5] Bundee was the second eldest of six children, with one brother and four sisters. 11 talking about this. [48] Aki returned to the starting lineup for the following game against Russia,[49] and also started the final pool match against over Samoa but was sent off in the 29th minute of the 47–5 win. Folau is currently contesting the breach notice served by Rugby Australia when they terminated his contract. [32][33] He said “He shouldn't be in that team. Related Pages. [16][17], Aki played ten times for Chiefs in the regular season of the 2014 season, starting seven of these matches and scoring three tries. Verified. The banner picture Folau posted to Instagram led to the Aussie having his contract revoked and caused uproar in the rugby world and elsewhere. [41], In the 2018 Six Nations, Aki was the only centre to feature in every game for Ireland as they won the Grand Slam. Professional Sports Team. Def will be…” Log In. [31], Another public figure to criticize the call-up was recently retired Ireland winger Luke Fitzgerald, who has long been critical of players qualifying via the residency rule. Create New Account. Meanwhile, Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter today said that his players have been reminded of their responsibilities on social media. There is always the question over the eligibility of players whether it is residency or grand parentage, players who aren't born in the country. Amateur Sports Team. Bundee Aki breaks silence about liking Israel Folau’s anti-gay Instagram post Connacht and Ireland centre Bundee Aki has spoken out after he liked Israel Folau’s now-notorious anti-gay Instagram post. Noteworthy | a uma, lafo mai lou sweater! Bundee Aki’s mother’s name is unknown at this time and his father’s name is under review. [4] He was named Fua Leiofi, but was called Bundellu after the doctor who delivered him. 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