Du Plessis registers close to eight tackles per match across his ten appearances, a volume that points to a centre used heavily in defensive organisation rather than as a primary ball-carrier. His carrying numbers are modest — just over four carries a game — yet he has shown the ability to punch well above that average in standout performances, topping seven carries and 59 metres in a single outing. The picture is of a centre whose value is built on consistency and defensive work-rate rather than attacking prominence.
Dan Du Plessis is a professional rugby union centre registered with the Stormers, the Cape Town-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with combining midfield defence with attacking distribution.
As a centre, Dan features for the Stormers across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.
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