Sonatane Takulua

Sonatane Takulua reaches 50 tests for Ikale Tahi

He reached the landmark against Japan in Osaka last Saturday.

Takulua is also the third highest points-scorer for Tonga with 254 points, behind Kurt Morath with 340 points and Pierre Hola who notched 322 points during his career.

The veteran halfback will lead Tonga again on Saturday against Manu Samoa at Apia Park.

     

Tonga beat Japan to finish third at Pacific Nations Cup

Halani Aulika, Fetu'u Vainikolo and Sonatane Takulua all crossed over for the Tongans, with Hendrik Tui scoring Japan's only try.

Japan led 6-3 following two penalties from Ayumu Goromaru, before Aulika's 30th minute try was converted by Kurt Morath to give Tonga a 10-6 lead. However, Tui responded to put Eddie Jones's side momentarily back in front.