Mana the Polynesian Warrior

Nikora Mana Tuhakaraina is a New Zealand professional wrestler, better known by his ringname Mana the Polynesian Warrior. He competes in North American independent promotions including Ballpark Brawl, Combat Zone Wrestling, Jersey All Pro Wrestling, Major League Wrestling, the National Wrestling Alliance, Pro Wrestling Unplugged and World Xtreme Wrestling. He has also teamed with Samu as the Samoan Island Tribe in Mikey Whipwrecks New York Wrestling Connection as well as both Major League Wrestling and World Xtreme Wrestling.

Tuhakaraina was one of eight children born a poor Mori family in the small village of Waharoa. His family belongs to the Raungaiti, a small tribe belonging to the Ngti Hau. When he was six years old, his father died and he was thereafter raised by his mother. Like his brothers, Tuhakaraina was involved in rugby since the age of four and played for Waikato Secondary School and Matamata College. Among his teammates during this time included star rugby union players Keith Lowen, Bruce Reihana, Damian Karauna, Jason Spice and Nicky Little. In 1994, he trialed for the New Zealand under19s with All Blacks players Anton Oliver, Christian Cullen, Carlos Spencer, Carl Hoeft, Chris Jack and Marty Holah.

Source: Wikipedia