Aliaga's match data from the Rugby World Cup paints a clear picture of a lock defined by his work rate at the breakdown and in the defensive line, averaging nine tackles per game with a single-match peak of 13. His carrying numbers are modest but purposeful, suggesting his primary value lies in defensive structure rather than ball-in-hand contribution. Across his three appearances he brings consistent, high-volume contact work that holds the forward unit together.
Felipe Aliaga is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Uruguay, the South Africa-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, Felipe features for the Uruguay 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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