Piantella's numbers across six URC appearances paint the picture of a lock who earns his place through defensive consistency, averaging over five tackles per match and posting a single-game high of 13. His carrying is selective rather than prolific, but a best outing of 6 carries for 38 metres shows he can impose himself with ball in hand when called upon. That combination of reliable defensive output and occasional carrying threat reflects a forward comfortable in a hard-working, platform-building role.
Nicola Piantella is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Benetton, 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, Nicola features for the Benetton across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Nicola Piantella's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Benetton news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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