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Ben Donnell

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Flanker · Lock
Ben Donnell is a professional flanker for the Cardiff, hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward. Track Ben's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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50.6
Index
266thof 632 loose forwards
1357th overall · top 42% at loose forwards
Attack
20
Defence
84
Impact
39
Per-80-minute output vs other loose forwards, weighted for competition strength. Ben has 30 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Relentless defensive engine at the breakdown

Across 30 URC appearances, Donnell's output tells the story of a flanker built around defensive graft — averaging over 11 tackles per match and topping out at 24 in a single game, he is consistently one of the busiest defenders on the field. His carrying numbers are modest but purposeful, suggesting a player used in tight, controlled situations rather than open-field roles. The combination of high tackle volume and reliable minutes accumulated points to a dependable, workhorse presence in Cardiff's back row.

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2024 United Rugby Championship
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Match History
About Ben Donnell

Ben Donnell is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Cardiff, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.

As a flanker, Ben features for the Cardiff across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow Ben Donnell's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Cardiff news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Ben Donnell play?
Ben Donnell plays flanker and lock for the Cardiff. His most frequent position is flanker.
Which team does Ben Donnell play for?
Ben Donnell plays for the Cardiff, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Cardiff play their home games?
The Cardiff are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow Ben Donnell's fixtures and stats?
Follow Ben Donnell's fixtures, results, match appearances and Cardiff news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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Nextvs Ulster05 DecNextvs Bath12 Dec31 Oct@ Ospreys26–023 Octvs Sharks21–3618 Oct@ Northampton Saints12–28
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