Across four appearances as a replacement, Pitout's tackle numbers stand out as his primary contribution, averaging nearly four per game and reaching seven in his best outing. His carrying load is modest, reflecting the limited ball-in-hand opportunities typical of a bench role, though he shows willingness to engage contact when called upon. The data paints a picture of a player who makes his minutes count defensively.
Ben stands 189cm (6′2″) tall and weighs 129kg.
Ben Pitout is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Cheetahs, the Bloemfontein-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Ben features for the Cheetahs across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.
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