Hooker de Malmanche will enjoy his fourth season with the Chiefs. He is a strong, physical and unrelenting front rower. His strong running game, combined with a high work rate, sees de Malmanche command respect on the field. Following an impressive season with the Chiefs in 2009, de Malmanche was selected in the All Blacks squad for their mid-year campaign and was called in as injury cover in their end of year tour.

Questions and Answers

What is your nickname?

Conan / Mega.

Who was your favourite rugby player when you were growing up?

Josh Kronfeld

What is the best thing about being a Chiefs player?

Playing with your mates.

What will it take to win the 2010 Rebel Sport Super 14 Championship?

Working for each other.

If I was an animal I would be?

A wilderbeast.

Who is your favourite Chiefs team mate?

Don't pick favourites

I love it when...

The surf is up.

What are your hobbies/interests?

Surfing and guitar.

If I wasn't a rugby player I would be....?

A civil engineer.

What is the most important part of your 'pre-game' routine?

Rolled oats.

Name your favourite non-rugby sports team.

Waihi boaties.

Are you a sweet or a savoury kind of guy?

Both.