Across 61 matches Bernasconi has built a profile defined by consistency at the breakdown and around the fringes, contributing meaningfully with ball in hand while his tackle numbers point to a hooker who takes on serious defensive responsibility week in, week out. His 15 tries across those appearances show he is a genuine threat close to the line, and single-game peaks of 11 carries and 16 tackles suggest he can step up his output significantly when the occasion demands it.
Bautista Bernasconi is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Benetton, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker.
As a hooker, Bautista features for the Benetton 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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