Across 25 matches, Oosthuizen has established himself as a consistent carrying and defensive presence, averaging over five tackles per game while contributing steadily with ball in hand. His tackle count of 127 across the campaign reflects a player who commits fully to the defensive effort week in, week out. When the moments demand it, he can step up markedly, with single-game peaks of 13 tackles and 12 carries underscoring his capacity to absorb a heavier workload.
Born on 22 December 1992, Etienne is 33 years old, stands 198cm (6′6″) tall and weighs 128kg.
Etienne Oosthuizen is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Lions, the Johannesburg-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, Etienne features for the Lions across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
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