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Rugby News / RugbyPass / June 23

'Speechless': All Black debutants react to dream call-up

Those five uncapped players are Du'Plessis Kirifi, Fabian Holland, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Brodie McAlister and Ollie Norris, who have been trusted in Robertson's initial 33-man squad with two additional injury cover replacements.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / May 26

Highlanders re-sign pair of giant All Blacks hopefuls

Both Timoci Tavatavanawai and Fabian Holland have extended their time with the Highlanders until 2027.

Fabian Holland reveals work-ons from All Blacks coaches

The Highlanders young gun experienced his first taste of international rugby on the recent Northern Tour, suiting up for the All Blacks XV before joining the All Blacks as injury cover.

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Tupou Vaa'i gives first impression of 'big unit' Fabian Holland

Standing at 204 cm and north of 120 kg, the Dutch-born prospect has made a strong impression with his mobility and nous around the breakdown.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / November 8

The Netherlands-born lock who is turning heads with All Blacks XV

Fabian Holland has been riding the crest of a wave since leaving the Netherlands as a teenager to pursue an improbable rugby dream in New Zealand.

Fabian Holland: Sam Whitelock was 'testing me' with Barbarians

One of the most highly touted prospects in the recently unveiled All Blacks XV squad is 22-year-old Fabian Holland, a lock who recently became eligible for New Zealand and spent time being quizzed by Sam Whitelock.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / April 22, 2024

The Highlanders’ Dutch lock who dreams of playing for the All Blacks

Fabian Holland was once a kid in the Netherlands with an unlikely rugby dream. Today, he's playing for the Highlanders in Super Rugby Pacific.

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