Howden's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging over 16 per match across 13 Super Rugby appearances, with a single-game peak of 22, he is a high-volume defensive presence who rarely leaves the field with unfinished business. His carrying load is steady rather than explosive, contributing close to 200 metres from 99 carries, suggesting a player who works hard in tight channels and earns his metres the hard way. The consistency across 1000 minutes of action points to a flanker built for endurance and defensive accountability.
Te Kamaka Howden is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Highlanders, 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, Te features for the Highlanders across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Te Kamaka Howden's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Highlanders news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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