Across four Rugby World Cup appearances as a replacement, Lues has made his presence felt primarily through his defensive work, averaging close to six tackles per match and peaking at nine in a single game. His carrying numbers are modest but consistent, suggesting his primary value on the field is in the collisions and the breakdown rather than with ball in hand. The minutes he accumulates game after game point to a player trusted to contribute meaningfully whenever called upon.
Salvador Lues is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Chile, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Salvador features for the Chile across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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