Lomidze's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging seven per match and peaking at twelve in a single game points to a Number 8 who takes his defensive duties seriously and is heavily involved in stopping ball carriers. His carrying is steady rather than explosive, contributing reliable metres per game without necessarily looking for the big offload or line break. Across three matches he has been a consistent presence, suggesting a player built around work rate and physicality rather than flash.
Nika Lomidze is a professional rugby union number 8 registered with the Aviron Bayonnais, 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, Nika features for the Aviron Bayonnais across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Nika Lomidze's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Aviron Bayonnais news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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