Across 28 matches as a replacement, Saito contributes in tight bursts — his carry averages are modest by design, but his tackling output stands out as his most consistent on-field contribution. He has demonstrated the ability to step up in bigger moments, with single-game peaks of 8 tackles and 36 metres from 4 carries suggesting he can influence matches when called upon. His four tries across the dataset add a finishing dimension that rounds out his value as an impact option off the bench.
Naoto Saito is a professional rugby union scrum half registered with the Stade Toulousain, 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 scrum half, Naoto features for the Stade Toulousain across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Naoto Saito's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Stade Toulousain news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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