Across 83 matches Cannone has established himself as a high-volume workhorse, averaging nearly eight carries and over nine tackles per game — numbers that point to a player central to both attack and defence in every outing. His single-game peaks of 20 carries and 22 tackles confirm he can lift significantly above his already demanding baseline when matches require it. Nine tries from 644 carries reflects a Number 8 who prioritises metres and continuity over individual finishing, consistently banking over 25 metres per appearance in the process.
Lorenzo Cannone is a professional rugby union number 8 registered with the Benetton, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with linking the forwards and backs from the base of the scrum.
As a number 8, Lorenzo features for the Benetton across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Lorenzo Cannone's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Benetton news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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