He has represented Samoa in four international matches.
As they begin their rebuild under Jason Ryles, the Parramatta Eels have confirmed the re-signing of a crucial forward pack member.
The Eels have confirmed that Kelma Tuilagi has signed a contract extension with the team through the end of the 2026 NRL season, following last week’s announcement of the re-signings of Brendan Hands and Sean Russell.
Tuilagi, who joined the Eels this season with Morgan Harper from the Manly Sea Eagles, has been a vital part of the forward pack and will be trying to secure a spot in the squad for the upcoming campaign under Jason Ryles.
The 25-year-old played four games for the Samoan national team, all of which took place during the 2022 Rugby League World Cup (RLWC), and he also spent two seasons with the Wests Tigers.
He averaged 91 running metres per game, finished with 1471 total running metres, made 283 tackles, scored three tries, and made four line-breaks in 16 games this season.
In a statement, Eels general manager of football Mark O’Neill said, “Kelma is the kind of player we want in our squad—tough, competitive, and can break a tackle.”
“We’re thrilled to have him on board for at least another year, and he looks at home at the Eels.”
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