Rudi Kapeli (born 27 August 1957) is a Tongan rugby union player. He played as a Hooker for Tonga and Auckland. He made his international debut in 1992 against Samoa and made his last appearance against Australia in 1993. He injured Australian halfback Peter Slattery in the match when he dropped onto him with his knees. He captained Marist in 1989. Kapeli also coached Marist.