Thompson's numbers tell the story of a replacement built around defensive reliability — averaging over eight tackles per match across 15 appearances is a significant output for a player coming off the bench, and his single-game peak of 27 tackles underlines the intensity he can bring in short bursts. His carrying game is modest in volume and metres gained, suggesting his primary value lies in defensive structure rather than ball-in-hand threat.
James Thompson is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Leicester Tigers, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, James features for the Leicester Tigers across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow James Thompson's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Leicester Tigers news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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