Tongan league international Solomone Kata has switched codes to join the Brumbies.
The 24-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the Canberra-based Super Rugby franchise, after previously playing in the NRL with the NZ Warriors and Melbourne Storm.
Capped six times by Tonga and on five by the Kiwis, the centre has signed from 2020 to add depth to the Brumbies backline.
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"He is a point-of-difference player, with a physical profile to add to our squad," said Brumbies coach Dan McKellar.
"He is a very powerful and dynamic footballer, who has the ability to stress any defensive line.
"At this stage, we see him as a utility back and we will be open-minded about the position he plays."
Kata, who scored 45 tries in 93 matches for the Warriors, joins the Brumbies from the Storm, where he did not make a first-grade appearance.
"I have heard very good things about the Brumbies and how they have developed their players," Kata said. "I can't wait to get to Canberra to start my professional rugby union career."
AAP