Across 49 matches, Cannone's tackle numbers stand out as his defining contribution — averaging close to five per game, with a single-match peak of 26, he is a consistent and high-volume defender for a lock. His carrying is functional rather than expansive, averaging under three carries per game with modest gain, which points to a forward used primarily to hold structure and contest rather than to generate momentum with ball in hand. His minute totals confirm he is a regular and trusted presence in the pack across multiple competitions.
Niccolo Cannone is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Italy, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Niccolo features for the Italy across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Niccolo Cannone's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Italy news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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