Cottle's output across his five appearances is built almost entirely around his defensive contribution, averaging over five tackles per match and reaching double figures in his standout performance. His carrying role is deliberately limited, suggesting he is deployed as a set-piece and defensive specialist rather than a ball-carrier. When given licence to run, he has shown the ability to make meaningful metres, but his primary value in these matches lies in his consistent tackle numbers.
Tom Cottle is a professional rugby union lock registered with the Wales U20, 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 Wales U20 across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Tom Cottle's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Wales U20 news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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