Xavier Numia Recommits to Hurricanes Through 2027

Xavier Numia Recommits to Hurricanes Through 2027

Formidable prop Xavier Numia has recommitted to the Hurricanes through to the end of 2027, bolstering the forward pack for at least three more seasons.
 
Numia has been a key figure in the Hurricanes’ front row since his debut in 2019 against the Waratahs. The Wellington-born prop reached his 50th match milestone in 2024 before his campaign was cut short by a torn calf muscle in the quarterfinals.
 
The 26-year-old said he was excited to be re-signing with the Hurricanes:
 
“It’s been my dream for as long as I can remember to play for the Hurricanes,” he said. “Committing to a few more years is an epic feeling. The team is in a great place right now, the coaching staff and the energy within the group are unreal.”
 
“I’ve got unfinished business after last season, especially the way I went out. But I’m feeling good after a solid run with Wellington in the NPC and bringing home the title.”
 
Numia played a pivotal role in the Wellington Lions’ title-winning 2024 campaign, as one of the strongest ball carriers of the season.
 
Hurricanes Head Coach Clark Laidlaw was thrilled by Numia’s decision to stay with New Zealand Rugby and the team for the next few years.
 
“This is massive news for us, and for the club, to have him re-commit. He’s a quality player, super consistent, with his best rugby still ahead of him.”
 
“We think he can go all the way and play at the highest level of this game. He epitomises what we want the Hurricanes to look like on and off the field. He’s got a cheeky personality; he’s always having fun but with a serious attitude to improve. We have seen that over the last few seasons, and he’s firmly placed himself among the top loosehead props in the country.”