Across 34 matches, Ribbans has built a reputation as a high-volume contributor in the tight phases, averaging over six carries and more than seven tackles per game. His carry numbers suggest a player consistently used to punch forward rather than exploit space, while his tackle output points to a genuine defensive anchor in the engine room. A peak of 16 carries and 16 tackles in a single match underlines his capacity to dominate when called upon.
David Ribbans is a professional rugby union lock registered with the RC Toulonnais, 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 RC Toulonnais 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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