Across 18 Top 14 appearances as a replacement, Meliande consistently contributes with ball in hand, averaging over 17 metres per outing from a modest carry count — a rate that points to purposeful running rather than volume. His best outings demonstrate a higher ceiling, with single-game peaks of 91 metres and 8 carries suggesting he can shift momentum when introduced. Defensively he holds his own without dominating the tackle count, reflecting the focused, high-impact nature of his bench role.
Martin Meliande is a professional rugby union fly half registered with the Lyon Olympique Universitaire, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.
As a fly half, Martin features for the Lyon Olympique Universitaire across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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