LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Get ready for some serious Pacific Championships action as Tonga gears up to face off against the powerhouses of Australia and New Zealand.
With a squad full of fresh faces and young blood, they are ready to shake things up and aim for their first tournament title.
One rising star set to shine on the international stage is none other than the Manly Sea Eagles' own Lehi Hopoate.
After making his mark in the NRL this season with 14 impressive performances, he's ready to take on the best in the Pacific Championships.
Hopoate's stats speak for themselves - with nine tries, six try assists, 47 tackle busts, ten line-breaks, and an average of 125 running meters per game, he's a force to be reckoned with on the field.
According to The Herald, Tonga is poised to include Hopoate in their squad for the upcoming 2024 Pacific Championships.
Get ready for some electrifying plays, breathtaking moments, and potentially some surprise upsets as this young gun makes his international debut in the world of Rugby League.