Across 22 appearances, Harper's tackle numbers stand out as his most defining contribution — averaging over seven per match and peaking at 14 in a single game, he carries a heavy defensive workload for a prop. His carrying is measured rather than prominent, consistently contributing to forward momentum without overextending his role in the wider attack. The combination of high minutes and consistent tackle output points to a player trusted to do the unglamorous, high-contact work across both competitions.
James Harper is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Sale Sharks, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, James features for the Sale Sharks across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow James Harper's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Sale Sharks news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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