Blackett's output across the Championship is defined almost entirely by his work without the ball — averaging over ten tackles per match and peaking at sixteen in a single game, he functions as a high-volume defensive presence in the tight. His carry numbers are modest in both frequency and gain, pointing to a role built around physicality and contest work rather than ball-in-hand ambition. The consistency of his defensive contribution across all three matches suggests a player trusted to do the unglamorous, essential work a lock is asked for at this level.
Alfie Blackett is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Scotland U20, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Alfie features for the Scotland U20 across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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