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Elrigh Louw

Positions
Number 8 · Flanker
Age
27
Height
196cm
Weight
111kg
Nation
South Africa
Elrigh Louw is a professional number 8 for the Bulls, linking the forwards and backs from the base of the scrum. Track Elrigh's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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56.3
Index
160thof 634 loose forwards
793rd overall · top 25% at loose forwards
Attack
83
Defence
37
Impact
49
Per-80-minute output vs other loose forwards, weighted for competition strength. Elrigh has 87 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Relentless carrier and defensive workhorse

Across 94 matches, Louw's numbers paint a picture of a Number 8 who is central to everything — averaging nearly 10 carries and well over 8 tackles per game points to a player who drives work-rate on both sides of the ball. His 19 tries from close to 3200 metres gained on the ground underline a consistent threat at the gainline, while single-game peaks of 24 carries and 21 tackles show he can absorb a dominant share of the physical load when the match demands it.

AI-generated from Octafield match data
2026 Season
10
Points
2
Tries
Latest News
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URC 2025/26 Stats
Elrigh's ball-in-hand and defensive output across the season.
URC 2025/26
1
Try scored
5
Points
Attack
Running Metres487
Carries126
Clean Breaks6
Defenders Beaten14
Offloads3
Defence
Tackles Made112
Turnovers Won3
Tackle Success80%
Official Opta match data · United Rugby Championship 2025/26 season.
Match History
United Rugby Championship2026/272 apps · 1T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Ulster crestvs Ulster1T24 Oct 2026647139Lions crestvs Lions10 Oct 2026213181
Total85103110
Champions Cup2026/271 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Stade Francais Paris crestvs Stade Francais Paris17 Oct 2026804811
Total804811
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry20261 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
New Zealand crestvs New Zealand15 Aug 2026407810
Total407810
International20261 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Argentina crestvs Argentina08 Aug 20265251216
Total5251216
World Nations Championship20261 app · 1T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Scotland crestvs Scotland1T11 Jul 2026385228
Total385228
Champions Cup2024/252 apps · 1T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Stade Francais Paris crestvs Stade Francais Paris1T18 Jan 20258083610Northampton Saints crestvs Northampton Saints14 Dec 20248011407
Total160197617
The Rugby Championship20221 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Argentina crestvs Argentina17 Sept 2022————
Total————
About Elrigh Louw

Born on 20 September 1999, Elrigh is 27 years old, stands 196cm (6′5″) tall and weighs 111kg. Elrigh has been capped by South Africa at international level.

Elrigh Louw is a professional rugby union number 8 registered with the Bulls, the Pretoria-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with linking the forwards and backs from the base of the scrum.

As a number 8, Elrigh features for the Bulls across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

Follow Elrigh Louw's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Elrigh Louw play?
Elrigh Louw plays number 8 and flanker for the Bulls. His most frequent position is number 8.
Which team does Elrigh Louw play for?
Elrigh Louw plays for the Bulls, the Pretoria-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Bulls play their home games?
The Bulls play their home matches at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria, South Africa.
Where can I follow Elrigh Louw's fixtures and stats?
Follow Elrigh Louw's fixtures, results, match appearances and Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
How old is Elrigh Louw?
Elrigh Louw is 27 years old (born 20 September 1999).
How tall is Elrigh Louw?
Elrigh Louw is 196cm tall (6′5″), weighing 111kg.
What nationality is Elrigh Louw?
Elrigh Louw was born in South Africa and has represented South Africa at international level.
What are Elrigh Louw's URC stats this season?
In the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship, Elrigh Louw has recorded 1 try, 5 points, 126 carries, 487 running metres, 6 clean breaks, 14 defenders beaten, 112 tackles and 3 turnovers won.
How many tries has Elrigh Louw scored this season?
Elrigh Louw has scored 1 try in the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season.
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