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James Johnstone

Position
Centre
James Johnstone is a professional centre for the Edinburgh, combining midfield defence with attacking distribution. Track James's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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46.1
Index
80thof 131 centres
638th in the United Rugby Championship · top 61% at centres
Attack
55
Defence
35
Impact
0
Form ranking within the United Rugby Championship — per-80-minute output vs other centres in that competition, not a career index. James has 3 matches on record there.
Scouting Report
Analyst's Take
Reliable carrier, consistent defensive presence

Across three United Rugby Championship appearances, Johnstone has averaged just under four tackles per match, pointing to a centre who pulls his weight in the defensive line. His carry numbers are modest but efficient, with a standout game of 39 metres from four carries suggesting he can make meaningful ground when given the ball. The picture is of a player contributing steadily on both sides of the ball in a controlled, structured role.

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Match History
United Rugby Championship2021/223 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
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vs Zebre23 Oct 2021
80495
B
vs Bulls16 Oct 2021
401395
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vs Stormers09 Oct 2021
263151
Total14686311
About James Johnstone

James Johnstone is a professional rugby union centre registered with the Edinburgh, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with combining midfield defence with attacking distribution.

As a centre, James features for the Edinburgh across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow James Johnstone's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Edinburgh news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does James Johnstone play?
James Johnstone plays centre for the Edinburgh.
Which team does James Johnstone play for?
James Johnstone plays for the Edinburgh, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Edinburgh play their home games?
The Edinburgh are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow James Johnstone's fixtures and stats?
Follow James Johnstone's fixtures, results, match appearances and Edinburgh news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
Teammates
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Edinburgh — Form
Next@ Ulster25 SeptNextvs Stormers02 Oct15 Mayvs Connacht5–2609 May@ Dragons24–1524 Aprvs Sharks33–28
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