Across 52 matches, his tackle numbers stand out as the defining feature of his game — averaging nearly seven per outing, with a single-game peak of 19, he contributes a level of defensive work that goes well beyond what is typically expected of a prop. His carrying is efficient rather than prolific, used selectively to gain hard yards at the gain line, while four tries across the dataset suggest he finds his way over when it counts. The combination of defensive volume and consistent carrying across multiple competitions points to a player who thrives in the tight, physical contests that forward battles are decided by.
Ethan de Groot is a professional rugby union prop registered with the New Zealand, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Ethan features for the New Zealand across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Ethan de Groot's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest New Zealand news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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