Across 40 matches Pretorius has built a profile defined by defensive reliability, averaging over eight tackles per game and accumulating more than 320 in total — figures that point to a flanker who is central to his side's defensive structure week in, week out. His carrying work is steady rather than explosive, consistently chipping in around four carries and 21 metres per appearance, with single-game peaks of 11 carries and 58 metres showing he can step up his impact when required. The combination of high tackle volume and dependable ball-carrying across two competitions reflects a player who contributes meaningfully across both phases of the game.
Born on 29 January 1998, JC is 28 years old, stands 180cm (5′11″) tall and weighs 92kg.
JC Pretorius is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Lions, the Johannesburg-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, JC features for the Lions across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
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