Across 41 matches Ruggeri has been a consistent defensive anchor, averaging nearly seven tackles per game and reaching as high as 15 in a single outing — figures that point to a player who shoulders significant defensive responsibility at the breakdown and in open play. His carrying is steady rather than explosive, contributing reliable metres game after game, with a peak of 13 carries and 50 metres in a single match suggesting he can lift his attacking workload when required.
Davide Ruggeri is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Zebre, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, Davide features for the Zebre across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Davide Ruggeri's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Zebre news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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