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Khutha Mchunu

Position
Tighthead prop
Age
29
Height
183cm
Weight
113kg
Nation
South Africa
Khutha Mchunu is a professional tighthead prop for the Bulls, bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad. Track Khutha's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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46.4
Index
448thof 802 front-row forwards
1904th overall · top 56% at front-row forwards
Attack
58
Defence
33
Impact
40
Per-80-minute output vs other front-row forwards, weighted for competition strength. Khutha has 31 matches on record.
Scouting Report
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Across 31 matches Mchunu shows consistent involvement on both sides of the ball, with his tackle numbers standing out as the clearest marker of his defensive commitment at tighthead prop. His carrying is measured rather than prolific, reflecting the functional, forward-platform role typical of a tighthead, though his single-game peaks of 7 carries and 8 tackles show he can step up when the game demands more. His minute tally across three competitions points to a player who holds a regular place in the rotation.

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URC 2025/26 Stats
Khutha's ball-in-hand and defensive output across the season.
URC 2025/26
0
Tries scored
0
Points
Attack
Running Metres18
Carries5
Clean Breaks0
Defenders Beaten0
Offloads0
Defence
Tackles Made13
Turnovers Won0
Tackle Success65%
Official Opta match data · United Rugby Championship 2025/26 season.
Match History
United Rugby Championship2026/274 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Scarlets crestvs Scarlets31 Oct 202656664Ulster crestvs Ulster24 Oct 202616254Lions crestvs Lions10 Oct 202621142Munster crestvs Munster03 Oct 202615245
Total108111915
Champions Cup2026/271 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Stade Francais Paris crestvs Stade Francais Paris17 Oct 2026632125
Total632125
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry20261 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
New Zealand crestvs New Zealand15 Aug 202625354
Total25354
Champions Cup2025/261 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Northampton Saints crestvs Northampton Saints14 Dec 202525321
Total25321
United Rugby Championship2023/241 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Lions crestvs Lions27 Jan 202422414
Total22414
United Rugby Championship2022/234 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Connacht crestvs Connacht07 Jan 202331333Lions crestvs Lions23 Dec 20228003Ospreys crestvs Ospreys02 Dec 202225101Cardiff crestvs Cardiff27 Nov 202212221
Total76658
About Khutha Mchunu

Born on 1 July 1997, Khutha is 29 years old, stands 183cm (6′0″) tall and weighs 113kg.

Khutha Mchunu is a professional rugby union tighthead prop registered with the Bulls, the Pretoria-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.

As a tighthead prop, Khutha features for the Bulls across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

Follow Khutha Mchunu's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Khutha Mchunu play?
Khutha Mchunu plays tighthead prop for the Bulls.
Which team does Khutha Mchunu play for?
Khutha Mchunu plays for the Bulls, the Pretoria-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Bulls play their home games?
The Bulls play their home matches at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria, South Africa.
Where can I follow Khutha Mchunu's fixtures and stats?
Follow Khutha Mchunu's fixtures, results, match appearances and Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
How old is Khutha Mchunu?
Khutha Mchunu is 29 years old (born 1 July 1997).
How tall is Khutha Mchunu?
Khutha Mchunu is 183cm tall (6′0″), weighing 113kg.
What nationality is Khutha Mchunu?
Khutha Mchunu was born in South Africa.
What are Khutha Mchunu's URC stats this season?
In the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship, Khutha Mchunu has recorded 0 tries, 0 points, 5 carries, 18 running metres, 0 clean breaks, 0 defenders beaten, 13 tackles and 0 turnovers won.
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