Kumagae is a high-volume lock who contributes consistently on both sides of the ball, averaging over ten tackles and nine carries per match across his three appearances. His defensive output is the standout trait, with a peak of 14 tackles in a single game underlining his reliability at the breakdown and in the line. While his carrying gains are modest in metres, the volume of his involvement signals a player central to Japan U20's forward structures.
Kotaro Kumagae is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Japan U20, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Kotaro features for the Japan U20 across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Kotaro Kumagae's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Japan U20 news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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