Joe Lovodua

Josaia Naulumatua "Joe" Lovodua is a Fijian professional rugby league footballer who plays for Doncaster RLFC in the RFL Championship. He primarily plays as a utility. He has represented the Fijian national team, most notably at the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.

Early life

Lovodua was born in Lautoka, Fiji.
He played junior rugby league for Hurstville United.

Playing career

St. George Illawarra Dragons

Lovodua began playing for the St. George Illawarra Dragons in the 2017 Holden Cup. In 2018 and 2019 he played in the Canterbury Cup NSW for the Dragons.

South Sydney Rabbitohs

In 2021, he joined South Sydney's NSW Cup team.
Lovodua joined Hull F.C. on a one-year contract for 2022.

Hull FC

He played 25 games with Hull F.C. in the 2022 Super League season as the club finished 9th. Lovodua played 19 matches for Hull F.C. for in the Super League XXVIII season as the club finished 10th on the table.

Doncaster RLFC

On 20 November 2023, it was reported that he had signed for Doncaster RLFC in the RFL Championship on a two-year deal.

International

He was selected to represent in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.