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Piers O'Conor

Positions
Fullback · Centre
Piers O'Conor is a professional fullback for the Connacht, covering the back field and counter-attacking from deep. Track Piers's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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51.9
Index
229thof 622 outside backs
1205th overall · top 37% at outside backs
Attack
54
Defence
72
Impact
23
Per-80-minute output vs other outside backs, weighted for competition strength. Piers has 40 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Consistent carrier, reliable defensive presence

Across 43 appearances, O'Conor demonstrates a steady workload as a ball-carrying back, averaging over 35 metres per match from his carrying game and contributing regularly in defence with close to four tackles per outing. His peak outputs — 17 carries and 88 metres in a single match — show he is capable of stepping up his involvement when required. With six tries across the dataset, he adds a threat beyond pure participation, underlining a consistent and multifaceted contribution at the back.

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Match History
Challenge Cup2026/271 app
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About Piers O'Conor

Piers O'Conor is a professional rugby union fullback registered with the Connacht, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with covering the back field and counter-attacking from deep.

As a fullback, Piers features for the Connacht across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow Piers O'Conor's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Connacht news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Piers O'Conor play?
Piers O'Conor plays fullback and centre for the Connacht. His most frequent position is fullback.
Which team does Piers O'Conor play for?
Piers O'Conor plays for the Connacht, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Connacht play their home games?
The Connacht are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow Piers O'Conor's fixtures and stats?
Follow Piers O'Conor's fixtures, results, match appearances and Connacht news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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