LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
Paul Whatuira, a two-time premiership winner and former Kiwi international, is the featured guest on this week's episode of Behind The Roar, as reported by weststigers.com.au.
The interview took place at the team hotel in Hamilton prior to the Round 24 clash against the Warriors.
Whatuira discusses the highs and lows of his football career, as well as his personal life.
He reflects on the "key ingredients" that propelled Wests Tigers to victory in 2005 and imparts wisdom to aspiring rugby league players.
Despite battling depression for an extended period, Whatuira is now actively involved in assisting others in the health and wellbeing sector.
The interview was recorded in the hotel lobby near the team rec room, with the risk of unexpected visitors, including appearances from notable figures like Robbie Farah, Luke Brooks, and David Furner.
Whatuira enjoyed a successful career, playing 132 games across nine seasons, with his NRL debut occurring in 2000 for the Auckland Warriors.