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TOYOTA CHEETAHS Toyota Cheetahs

Match Date11 January 2026 - 17:15

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EPCR Challenge Cup

ULSTER RUGBY Ulster Rugby

NRCA Stadium - Amsterdam

Aliqhayiya Mgijima

Aliqhayiya Mgijima

Centre

1.78 m

97.00 kg

Player Details

: Aliqhayiya

: Mgijima

: Ali

: 11/02/1995

: Adelaide

Biography

Aliqhayiya "Ali" Mgijima

Ali Mgijima has played for the Cheetahs in the Pro14, Currie Cup, and Rugby Challenge.

Early Life:
Born in Adelaide, Ali moved to Fort Beaufort, where he attended primary school before relocating to Bloemfontein to attend HTS Louis Botha.

Rugby Career:
In 2013, Ali was included in the Free State squad for the prestigious Under-18 Craven Week held in Polokwane, where he started all three matches in the inside centre position.

Highlight of My Career So Far:
Super Rugby.

Favourite Rugby Stadium:
Murrayfield.

Best Piece of Advice I've Been Given:
Always be yourself.

Toughest Opponent I've Ever Played Against:
Ulster.

Most Memorable Try Scored:
SS Challenge.

Most Used Social Platform:
Instagram.

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