Sione Tuipulotu Injury Update
Sione Tuipulotu, the Scotland rugby captain and centre for the British & Irish Lions, suffered a hamstring injury that has ruled him out of the highly anticipated Test match against the Wallabies in Melbourne, his hometown. The injury was confirmed as the Lions prepared for their second Test of the series. Tuipulotu’s setback is especially poignant as he was expected to feature prominently in front of friends and family, marking his rugby homecoming.
What Happened to Sione Tuipulotu?
After making a successful return from a pectoral injury suffered with Glasgow Warriors that kept him out of the Six Nations, Tuipulotu regained form and played the opening matches of the British & Irish Lions tour. He combined impressively in the midfield and looked sharp on the field.
However, ahead of the second Test against Australia, Tuipulotu developed a tight hamstring, prompting the Lions management to omit him from the matchday squad as a precaution.
How Did Sione Tuipulotu’s Injury Happen?
Tuipulotu’s hamstring injury was sustained during training in the lead-up to the second Test in Melbourne. It followed a period of rigorous competition as he returned from his previous layoff.
Who Is Sione Tuipulotu?
Sione Tuipulotu is an Australian-born Scottish international rugby union player who captains Scotland and plays as a centre for Glasgow Warriors, as well as the British & Irish Lions on their 2025 tour. Born in Melbourne on February 12, 1997, Tuipulotu is of Tongan and Scottish descent.
He qualified for Scotland through his grandmother and made his debut for the national team in 2021. Tuipulotu is celebrated for his powerful running, strong defense, and technical skill. His club career includes time with the Melbourne Rebels, the Japanese side Yamaha Júbilo (Shizuoka Blue Revs), and now Glasgow Warriors.
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Sione Tuipulotu Bio
Here are the bio details for Sione Tuipulotu:
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Birth Name |
Sione Mone Tu'ipulotu |
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Date of Birth |
28 November 1976 (age 48) |
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Place of Birth |
Ha'apai, Tonga |
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Height |
1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
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Weight |
102 kg (16 st 1 lb) |
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FAQs
Did Tuipulotu return to play after injury?
Yes, following surgery and rehabilitation for his pectoral muscle, Tuipulotu returned for the British & Irish Lions tour and played in opening tour games before the hamstring setback.
Who is Sione Tuipulotu?
He is the Scotland rugby captain and a centre for Glasgow Warriors, born in Australia but representing Scotland through family heritage.
What injury did Sione Tuipulotu suffer?
He later sustained a hamstring injury in July 2025, ruling him out of the Lions Test in Melbourne.
