Across 94 matches Deegan has demonstrated a consistent dual threat, accumulating over 2 000 metres with the ball while averaging more than six tackles per game — figures that speak to a number 8 who contributes on both sides of the ball every week. His peak outputs of 19 carries and 15 tackles in a single match show he can shoulder a significantly heavier workload when the occasion demands. With 26 tries from 669 carries, he also provides a credible attacking threat close to the gain line.
Max Deegan is a professional rugby union number 8 registered with the Leinster, 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, Max features for the Leinster across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Max Deegan's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Leinster news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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