Across five Rugby World Cup matches, Lafaele demonstrates a consistent workload as a ball-carrying centre, averaging over nine carries and nearly 40 metres per game — with single-match peaks of 15 carries and 76 metres pointing to a player capable of shouldering a heavier attacking burden when required. His tackle numbers are equally steady, averaging over five per match, suggesting he contributes meaningfully on both sides of the ball. The data paints a picture of a centre who offers reliable volume rather than explosive efficiency, making him a durable option in midfield.
Timothy Lafaele is a professional rugby union centre registered with the Japan, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with combining midfield defence with attacking distribution.
As a centre, Timothy features for the Japan 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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