About Mike Kainga
Born 1991. Mike Kainga is a New Zealand rugby union player.
Michael "Mike" Zavala Harley Kainga (born 28 January 1991) is a New Zealand rugby union player who last played for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the ITM Cup. He signed for Taranaki to play in the 2016 Mitre 10 Cup. His position of choice is prop.
His impressive domestic performances for Bay of Plenty saw him named in the Wider Training Squad for the 2013 Super Rugby season. He made three appearances for the franchise.
He was called into the Hurricanes Wider Training Squad in 2016, he then gained 4 caps including playing in the 2016 Super Rugby season final.
Kainga was a member of the New Zealand Under 20 side which won the 2011 IRB Junior World Championship. He played in 4 games during the tournament, 1 start and 3 substitute appearances.
Personal life Kainga is a New Zealander of Māori descent (Ngāti Kahungunu descent).
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Who is Mike Kainga?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Mike Kainga born?
Mike Kainga was born on 28 January 1991 in Hawke's Bay Region.
What is Mike Kainga's occupation?
Mike Kainga is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Mike Kainga?
Mike Kainga is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mike Kainga. https://biography.guide/mike-kainga/
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