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(Former New Zealand Rugby Union Footballer Who Played as a Hooker) Keven Filipo Mealamu MNZM, a former New Zealand rugby union player, was renowned for his exceptional skills as a hooker. He represented the Blues in Super Rugby, Auckland in the National Provincial Championship, and the New Zealand national team. Mealamu played a crucial role in the Blues' 2003 Super 12 title win and was part of the New Zealand team that triumphed in the Rugby World Cup in 2011 and 2015. He achieved significant milestones such as reaching 100 test appearances and earned great respect in the world of rugby.