US EditionAki: 'I Have a Newborn Child Who I Haven't Met Yet'
NEW ZEALAND, AUG 03 – Kayla Aki gave birth to their daughter Aine in a car in New Zealand shortly before Bundee Aki played in the Lions' first Test win over Australia on July 19, 2025.
- On July 19, 2025, Bundee Aki played in the first Test at Suncorp Stadium hours after his wife, Kayla, gave birth to Aine in New Zealand.
- While many families stayed in Australia, Kayla, Bundee Aki's wife, returned to New Zealand for support ahead of the first Test and went into labour unexpectedly that Saturday.
- Amid the unexpected labour, Kayla sent a photo five minutes after calling, confirming her water had broken, and Aki said both mother and daughter are strong and healthy.
- The Connacht centre helped the Lions secure a 27-19 victory, just hours after his wife Kayla gave birth on July 11th before the match.
- After the tour, Bundee Aki plans to travel to New Zealand to meet his newborn daughter, Aine, and enjoy family time before deciding on future rugby commitments.
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British & Irish Lions star's baby born in car before first match of series - The Mirror
British and Irish Lions centre Bundee Aki missed the birth of his fifth child with the Irishman preparing for the First Test in Australia and has revealed his wife gave birth in the car
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