Dallin Watene-Zelezniak’s perm.Credit: Getty Images
“The most embarrassing part was when I walked into the barber in Nudgee [Roman Kellys], showed them the TikTok video, then they asked if it was a joke.
“I still have to get a fresh fade once a week. It costs me $40. I try to do it sometimes at home, just to save money.
“My wife [Rebecca] thought it was funny at first, but now she’s like, ‘what are you actually doing?’
“I’ll keep growing it for now, then I want to try and plait it at the back when it gets long enough. I’ll have some fun.”
Viliame Kikau loves his bleached mohawk.Credit: Getty Images
Wayne Bennett has finished at the Dolphins, but forced players in the past to cut their hair if it was not up to his standards, yet somehow turned a blind eye to Kaufusi’s look.
“For some reason Wayne let this one slide,” Kaufusi said. “I cheekily told Wayne he should try and follow suit.”
Kaufusi rated Watene-Zelezniak’s Coming To America Soul-Glo inspired look at the best in rugby league.
As for toppling the Australians on Sunday, Kaufusi said it would be special for the players, but mean even more to the fans who are expected to outnumber the green and gold fans in the stands.
The Tongans were easily the most popular at a fan day in Parramatta on a warm Friday.
“I’ve won NRL grand finals, played in finals campaigns, but this feels like it’s right up there, if not more – this game is bigger than us,” Kaufusi said.