Auradou's tackle numbers stand out for a lock — averaging over seven per match across 34 appearances, with a single-game peak of 20 — pointing to a player who shoulders significant defensive responsibility at the set piece and in open play. His carrying is consistent rather than explosive, contributing reliably to go-forward while his five tries across the dataset show he stays connected at the breakdown and in close-range situations. The volume of minutes logged underlines his durability as a regular starter across multiple competitions.
Hugo Auradou is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Section Paloise, 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, Hugo features for the Section Paloise across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Hugo Auradou's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Section Paloise news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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