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Luka Japaridze

Position
Prop
Luka Japaridze is a professional prop for the Montpellier, anchoring the scrum in the front row. Track Luka's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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Index
625thof 802 front-row forwards
2680th overall · top 78% at front-row forwards
Attack
32
Defence
47
Impact
11
Per-80-minute output vs other front-row forwards, weighted for competition strength. Luka has 19 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Consistent defensive anchor at the set piece

Across 19 appearances for Montpellier in Challenge Cup and Top 14 action, Japaridze has built a reputation as a high-volume tackler, averaging close to six per match and topping eleven in his best individual outing. His carrying numbers are modest but steady, reflecting the workload typical of a prop whose primary value lies in defensive structure and physical presence at the breakdown. The consistency of his minutes across competitions points to a reliable, trusted member of the forward pack.

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2026 Top 14
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Match History
Challenge Cup2025/262 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Connacht crestvs Connacht11 Jan 2026482—9Zebre crestvs Zebre12 Dec 202547529
Total957218
Challenge Cup2024/251 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Ospreys crestvs Ospreys14 Dec 202458359
Total58359
About Luka Japaridze

Luka Japaridze is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Montpellier, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.

As a prop, Luka features for the Montpellier across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow Luka Japaridze's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Montpellier news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Luka Japaridze play?
Luka Japaridze plays prop for the Montpellier.
Which team does Luka Japaridze play for?
Luka Japaridze plays for the Montpellier, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Montpellier play their home games?
The Montpellier are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow Luka Japaridze's fixtures and stats?
Follow Luka Japaridze's fixtures, results, match appearances and Montpellier news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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