Rugby Direct Episode 246: Cameron Suafoa on rugby, life and his terminal cancer diagnosis episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 39 MIN

Rugby Direct Episode 246: Cameron Suafoa on rugby, life and his terminal cancer diagnosis

from Rugby Direct · host Newstalk ZB

Rugby Direct is back with Elliott Smith and Liam Napier, joined in studio by Blues loose forward Cameron Suafoa for an inspiring and candid conversation. Suafoa opens up on one of the toughest periods of his life and career after being diagnosed with a rare sarcoma, detailing the battle that followed, the support that helped him through, and the perspective he has gained from the experience.  He also reflects on his return to professional rugby, his journey back to the Blues, and living with a terminal cancer diagnosis. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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