Ben Tameifuna, Tonga’s powerhouse rugby captain, has left over a million fans around the world amazed with his mind-boggling strength! Weighing nearly 24 stones, this remarkable prop has turned heads and earned his title as the heaviest player on the international rugby scene in 2025.
In a match against Samoa that saw Tonga triumph 30-16, a viral clip captured Tameifuna in action, bulldozing through opponents and then, in a jaw-dropping moment, effortlessly lifting a teammate onto his shoulders to secure a try. This incredible display of power has set social media alight, racking up over a million views on Instagram alone.
Born in New Zealand and initially playing for teams like Hawke’s Bay and the Chiefs, Tameifuna has seen an impressive journey. He once trained with the mighty All Blacks, but his career really took off after moving to Europe. Signing with Racing 92 and later Bordeaux-Begles in France, Tameifuna declared his allegiance to Tonga for international matches in 2017.
This isn’t the first time Tameifuna has drawn attention for his size. At one point, he weighed an astonishing 25 stone, prompting his team to require him to slim down. Despite fierce competition from the likes of Will Skelton and Posolo Tuilagi, Tameifuna holds onto his heavyweight crown.
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