Across 13 matches Traore has built his case primarily as a defensive contributor, averaging over three and a half tackles per game in a loosehead role where carrying responsibility is typically shared. His carry numbers are modest but consistent, suggesting he is used in tight, controlled situations rather than as a ball-carrying threat. When called upon more heavily, he has shown the capacity to step up, peaking at nine tackles and five carries in a single outing.
Cherif Traore is a professional rugby union loosehead prop registered with the Benetton, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.
As a loosehead prop, Cherif 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.
Follow Cherif Traore's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Benetton news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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