Aaron Ruka

The NZ Rugby Realist Every rugby forum needs someone who isn't afraid to poke the bear, and we’ve found our man. Hailing from the heartland of New Zealand rugby, Tekkablade joins The Underdog crew to bring a raw, unfiltered Kiwi perspective to the game. If you’re looking for the usual mainstream, sugar-coated rugby analysis, you’ve come to the wrong place. Tekkablade cuts through the hype to shine a spotlight on the weaknesses and tactical flaws that the popular pundits usually gloss over. From deep-diving into Canterbury and Crusaders rugby to questioning the status quo on the national stage, he’s here to ask the hard questions. Why We Love Him At The Underdog, we live for the fans who see the game differently. Tekkablade isn’t here to echo the crowd—he’s here to stir the pot, challenge perspectives, and get the real rugby conversations started. The Vibe: 100% authentic, 0% AI generated. Just pure, unfiltered rugby passion. The Specialty: Uncovering the cracks in "flawless" teams and bringing a gritty NZ perspective to the global game. The Goal: To get you talking, debating, and maybe even a little bit mad (in the comments section, of course). "My NZ point of view differs from the mainstream opinion... I'm a lot more critical of weaknesses that the popular opinion glosses over." — Tekkablade Keep an eye out for his upcoming articles and social breakdowns. Love his takes or hate them, you won't want to miss them.