Across 26 appearances as a replacement, Mostert's tackle numbers stand out sharply — averaging close to five per game and peaking at 18 in a single outing, which points to a player deployed with defensive disruption clearly in mind. His carrying workload is modest by design, with averages under two carries and two metres per match, yet a single-game high of 9 carries shows he can take on a more physical ball-carrying role when the situation demands it. The overall picture is of a specialist impact forward who earns his minutes primarily through his work off the ball.
Franco Mostert is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Springboks, 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, Franco features for the Springboks 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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