Burrow's match data paints a clear picture of a high-impact defensive specialist, averaging over six tackles per appearance across his 15 matches in Champions Cup and Premiership rugby. His tackle counts are his defining contribution, with a single-game peak of 19 demonstrating the kind of disruptive presence a team looks for from a replacement. His carrying numbers are modest, suggesting his primary brief when introduced is to shore up the defensive line rather than add attacking momentum.
Tom Burrow is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Sale Sharks, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with winning lineout ball and adding grunt in the second row.
As a lock, Tom 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 Tom Burrow's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Sale Sharks news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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