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Josh Bassett

Position
Wing
Josh Bassett is a professional wing for the Leicester Tigers, providing finishing pace on the flank. Track Josh's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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48.7
Index
297thof 632 outside backs
1532nd overall · top 47% at outside backs
Attack
29
Defence
74
Impact
54
Per-80-minute output vs other outside backs, weighted for competition strength. Josh has 4 matches on record.
Scouting Report
Analyst's Take
Clinical finisher, committed defensive wing

Bassett has crossed for a try in each of the four Champions Cup matches tracked, pointing to a consistent threat in the finishing zone rather than isolated moments of brilliance. His carrying numbers are modest but purposeful, averaging close to 30 metres per game, while his tackle count — peaking at six in a single outing — indicates he is regularly asked to defend as a genuine first line rather than a peripheral figure. The combination of a reliable try return and above-average defensive workload marks him out as a wing who contributes meaningfully at both ends of the pitch.

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Match History
About Josh Bassett

Josh Bassett is a professional rugby union wing registered with the Leicester Tigers, 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, Josh 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 Josh Bassett's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Leicester Tigers news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Josh Bassett play?
Josh Bassett plays wing for the Leicester Tigers.
Which team does Josh Bassett play for?
Josh Bassett plays for the Leicester Tigers, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Leicester Tigers play their home games?
The Leicester Tigers are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow Josh Bassett's fixtures and stats?
Follow Josh Bassett's fixtures, results, match appearances and Leicester Tigers news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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Leicester Tigers — Form
Nextvs Saracens27 SeptNext@ Newcastle Red Bulls03 Oct12 Jun@ Northampton Saints31–4506 Jun@ Bath22–2431 Mayvs Exeter Chiefs26–35
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