Across 19 matches O'Connor has established himself as a high-volume defensive presence, averaging 7.5 tackles per game with single-match peaks of 16 that underline his capacity to carry a heavy defensive workload. His carrying numbers are modest but reliable, suggesting a lock used primarily to provide go-forward at the gain line rather than to create open-field opportunities. The consistency of his contributions across Challenge Cup and United Rugby Championship rugby points to a player who fulfils a clearly defined, industrious role week on week.
David O'Connor is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Connacht, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, David features for the Connacht 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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