Lilley carries a modest but steady workload per match, averaging just over 20 metres per carry opportunity, which points to a centre who makes purposeful rather than speculative runs. His tackle numbers are the standout feature — nearly four per game across nine appearances, with a single-match peak of eight — suggesting he is heavily involved in defensive structures. His best carrying performance of 66 metres in a game shows he has the capacity to make a significant territorial impact when given the ball in the right space.
Nick Lilley is a professional rugby union centre registered with the England U20, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with combining midfield defence with attacking distribution.
As a centre, Nick features for the England U20 across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Nick Lilley's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest England U20 news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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