Powerful loose forward Lauaki is back for his seventh season with the Chiefs. His strength and power are his trademarks from the back of the scrum. He brings a wealth of experience into the Chiefs forward pack.

Questions and Answers

What is your nickname?

Wax

What is the best thing about being a Chiefs player?

Being yourself and playing in Hamilton

What will it take to win the 2010 Rebel Sport Super 14 Championship?

Trust, ownership

I love it when...

I see my kids

Who is your favourite Chiefs team mate?

All of them, but sometimes just Masaga, Siti and Liam

What are your hobbies/interests?

Playing cards with my sisters, tattoos, cars

If I wasn't a rugby player I would be....?

Full time father

Name your favourite non-rugby sports team.

Hull FC

If I was an animal I would be?

A Turtle

Are you a sweet or a savoury kind of guy?

Both

Who was your favourite rugby player when you were growing up?

Ian Foster