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Dave Porecki

David Porecki is an Australian professional rugby union player who plays hooker for the Waratahs and the Australian national team, the Wallabies.

1. Overview

David Porecki, born on October 23, 1992, in Sydney, Australia, is an Australian professional rugby union player. He primarily plays as a hooker and represents the Waratahs in Super Rugby and the Australian national team, known as the Wallabies. His career has seen him play for various clubs in England before returning to Australia, culminating in his international debut for the Wallabies.

2. Early Life and Background

David Porecki was born on October 23, 1992, in Sydney, Australia. His heritage is diverse, with his mother being from England, making him eligible to represent England in rugby. Additionally, he is also of Polish descent.

3. Player Profile

David Porecki plays in the crucial hooker position. He possesses significant physical attributes, standing at 75 in (191 cm) tall and weighing 273 lb (124 kg). These physical traits contribute to his effectiveness in the demanding role of a hooker in professional rugby.

4. Rugby Career

David Porecki's rugby career includes significant tenures with both club teams in Australia and England, as well as an established presence on the international stage with the Australian national team.

4.1. Club Career

Porecki's club career began with the Waratahs in Australia. He made a brief appearance off the bench for the Waratahs against the Cheetahs during the 2015 Super Rugby season. Later in 2015, he moved to England, joining Saracens as a temporary cover player during the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

In 2016, Porecki transitioned from Saracens to London Irish. During his inaugural season with London Irish, he was an integral part of the team that secured promotion back to the Premiership. This was achieved by defeating Yorkshire Carnegie in the RFU Championship play-off final in 2017.

In July 2020, it was confirmed that Porecki would make his return to the Waratahs for their Super Rugby AU campaign, marking a return to his initial club in Australia.

4.2. International Career

David Porecki's international career with the Wallabies commenced on July 2, 2022. He made his debut starting for Australia in a victory against the England team at Perth Stadium. As of February 2024, Porecki has earned 19 caps for the Australian national team. His contributions were recognized when he was selected as part of the Australian squad for the Rugby World Cup 2023.