Hodnett's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging eight per match across his appearances for Munster, with a single-game peak of sixteen, he is clearly a central figure in their defensive structure. His carrying game adds consistent forward momentum, and the fact that he has crossed for five tries in thirteen matches suggests he arrives at the breakdown and beyond with genuine intent rather than simply doing the hard yards unseen.
John Hodnett is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Munster, 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, John features for the Munster across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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