Uelese Re-Signs: Montpellier Extension Confirmed

Jordan Uelese continues until 2028 with the Montpellier Hérault Rugby. Arrived a year ago, the Australian seduced managers and supporters. He has scored 7 trials in 20 games this season.

The Australian international hooker Jordan Uelese, who was linked until June 2026 with Montpellier, extended his contract until 2028, the Hérault club announced on Monday. Uelese (28 years old) completely convinced the leaders for his first season at the MHR, where he arrived during the summer from the Melbourne Rebels franchise (2017-24) to replace his compatriot Brandon Paenga-Amosa.

Seven trials for his first season

This solid athlete (1.87 m, 116 kg) scored seven trials all competitions in 20 games, including 18 as a holder, and has ahead of the Christopher Tolofua hierarchy. Uelese (17 selections) had been retained by coach Eddie Jones to participate in the last World Cup in France with the Wallabies without playing the slightest minute. Montpellier completed the season in ninth place in the Top 14.

Aiko Tanaka

Aiko Tanaka is a combat sports journalist and general sports reporter at Archysport. A former competitive judoka who represented Japan at the Asian Games, Aiko brings firsthand athletic experience to her coverage of judo, martial arts, and Olympic sports. Beyond combat sports, Aiko covers breaking sports news, major international events, and the stories that cut across disciplines — from doping scandals to governance issues to the business side of global sport. She is passionate about elevating the profile of underrepresented sports and athletes.

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