Jordan Mailata Becomes First Australian to Win a Super Bowl
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, with Mailata playing a pivotal role in the historic victory.
- Jordan Mailata, a Bankstown-born former rugby league player, made history as the first Australian to play in and win a Super Bowl.
- The Philadelphia Eagles upset the Kansas City Chiefs, denying them a chance to secure a historic third consecutive Super Bowl victory.
- Mailata's performance as an offensive tackle was instrumental, particularly in the Eagles' signature 'tush push' play that led to their first touchdown.
- The Eagles dominated the game, leading 24-0 at halftime, with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes being sacked six times in a rare underwhelming performance.
- Mailata's journey from a Sydney Rabbitohs rugby league prospect to an NFL star highlights his remarkable rise, culminating in a $66 million contract extension through 2028.