Across 89 matches, Botha has accumulated over 550 tackles alongside more than 360 carries, painting a picture of a hooker who contributes heavily at both ends of the game, every week. His per-match averages are consistent rather than explosive, suggesting a player whose value lies in reliability and work rate over the full 80 minutes. The fact that he has reached double figures in carries and 17 tackles in single outings shows he has the capacity to step up his output when the match demands it.
Born on 20 January 1998, PJ is 28 years old, stands 180cm (5′11″) tall and weighs 105kg.
PJ Botha is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Lions, the Johannesburg-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker.
As a hooker, PJ features for the Lions across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
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