Mike Delany

Mike Delany

No.172
Position: First five-eighth
Height: 1.78m
Weight: 88kg
Date/ Place of Birth: 15/June/1982 at Rotorua
Education: Rotorua Boys’ High School, Waikato University.
Province: Bay of Plenty

Player Stats

  Games Points Début
Chiefs 22 4 2009 Chiefs v Waratahs
Super 14 31 52 2008 v Reds (Highlanders)
All Blacks 1 0 2009 v Italy

Back for his second season with the Chiefs, Delany is a skilful first five-eighth who can also cover at fullback. He brings with him a strong and accurate kicking game. His great form in the Air New Zealand Cup competition for his province Bay of Plenty saw Delany earn selection into the All Blacks for their end-of-year tour. Delany brings versatility and flair to the Chiefs squad.

Questions and Answers

What is your nickname?
Mullys
Who was your favourite rugby player when you were growing up?
Tana Umaga
What is the best thing about being a Chiefs player?
Travel, hanging with your mates and getting paid for it.
What will it take to win the 2010 Rebel Sport Super 14 Championship?
Confidence
I love it when...
Culum Retallick is quiet
Who is your favourite Chiefs team mate?
Paul 'shorty' Cameron (Physio)
You know it's summer when...
Its time for BBQ's
What are your hobbies/interests?
Scuba diving, fishing, surfing.
If I wasn't a rugby player I would be....?
Overseas and broke.
What is the most important part of your 'pre-game' routine?
Sleep
Name your favourite non-rugby sports team.
The Black Caps
If I was an animal I would be?
Koala Bear
Are you a sweet or a savoury kind of guy?
Sweet
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