Faiva shows a high workload for a fly half, consistently contributing both with ball in hand and in the defensive line across his Rugby World Cup appearances. His tackle numbers are particularly notable for the position, with a peak of 12 in a single match underlining a willingness to put in defensive shifts well above what is typically expected of a ten. His carrying game is steady rather than explosive, averaging 18 metres per game from 6.5 carries, suggesting a role built around involvement and game management rather than line-breaking.
James Faiva is a professional rugby union fly half registered with the Tonga, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.
As a fly half, James features for the Tonga across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow James Faiva's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Tonga news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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