Across 30 matches Escobar averages over seven tackles per game, pointing to a player who shoulders significant defensive responsibility from the replacements bench. His carrying numbers are modest per outing but he has shown the ability to make a genuine impact when called upon, with single-game peaks of 11 carries and 34 metres demonstrating he can shift the dial late in matches. Four tries across the dataset add a finishing dimension that rounds out his profile as a reliable, hard-working impact forward.
Diego Escobar is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Racing 92, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker.
As a hooker, Diego features for the Racing 92 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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