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James Lowe

Position
Wing
James Lowe is a professional wing for the Ireland, providing finishing pace on the flank. 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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63.5
Index
55thof 507 outside backs
275th overall · top 11% at outside backs
Attack
80
Defence
51
Impact
55
Per-80-minute output vs other outside backs, weighted for competition strength. James has 24 matches on record.
Scouting Report
Analyst's Take
Carry-heavy wing with consistent threat

Across 38 matches Lowe averages over five carries and 38 metres per game, a workload that underlines how central he is to his team's ball-carrying rather than operating purely as a finisher. His 17 tries from that volume of involvement confirm he converts opportunity efficiently. A single-game peak of 16 carries and 138 metres shows he can shift into a dominant carrying role when required, while his tackle contributions, though modest on average, occasionally spike to seven in a match, suggesting he tracks back and defends with purpose.

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Match History
Six Nations2025/262 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
England crestvs England21 Feb 202618264Italy crestvs Italy14 Feb 202680121386
Champions Cup2025/261 app
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Leicester Tigers crestvs Leicester Tigers12 Dec 20258014972
About James Lowe

James Lowe is a professional rugby union wing registered with the Ireland, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with providing finishing pace on the flank.

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

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

Frequently Asked
What position does James Lowe play?
James Lowe plays wing for the Ireland.
Which team does James Lowe play for?
James Lowe plays for the Ireland, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Ireland play their home games?
The Ireland are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow James Lowe's fixtures and stats?
Follow James Lowe's fixtures, results, match appearances and Ireland news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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