Across 13 appearances as a replacement, McInally consistently contributes with the ball in hand and at the breakdown, averaging two tackles per outing and chipping in with three tries over the dataset. His carrying numbers are modest on a per-match basis, which reflects the nature of his role, but his peak performances — reaching 12 carries, 25 metres, and 11 tackles in a single game — demonstrate the capacity to absorb a much heavier workload when required. The picture that emerges is of a player who delivers focused, disciplined work within tight windows of game time.
Stuart McInally is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Scotland, the South Africa-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, Stuart features for the Scotland 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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