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Murray Taulagi is a professional rugby league footballer who plays as a winger or centre for the North Queensland Cowboys in Australia's National Rugby League (NRL) ¹. He has also represented both Australia and Samoa at the international level ¹.

Early Career and Rise to Prominence

Born on March 12, 1999, Taulagi began his professional career with the North Queensland Cowboys ¹. He became a regular first-grade player in 2021 ². Over the subsequent three seasons, he played 65 first-grade games, scoring 36 tries ².

International and State Representation

Taulagi made his debut for the Queensland Maroons in the State of Origin series and his international debut in 2022 ². He has played for both Australia and Samoa internationally, as well as for the Australian Prime Minister's XIII ¹⁶.

Current Status and Contract

As of May 2026, Taulagi is signed with the North Queensland Cowboys until the end of the 2026 season ². Recent reports in May 2026 indicate discussions around a potential club switch for Taulagi, though he remains with the Cowboys ³. He is a key member of the Cowboys squad, often listed alongside other prominent players like Tom Dearden and Jason Taumalolo ⁵⁸.