Dugdale's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging over eleven per match across 27 appearances points to a player who takes on significant defensive responsibility week in, week out. His carrying load is consistent rather than explosive, suggesting a workhorse role in which he keeps the gainline honest and absorbs contact to support the wider attack. The peaks in his best individual performances — 24 tackles and 15 carries in a single match — indicate he can step up his output considerably when the game demands it.
Sam Dugdale is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Sale Sharks, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, Sam features for the Sale Sharks across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Sam Dugdale's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Sale Sharks news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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