Pelli's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging over 11 per match across five Championship appearances points to a hooker who carries genuine defensive responsibility well beyond the set piece. He contributes consistently with ball in hand too, and his best single-game output of 33 metres from six carries suggests he can make his carries count when opportunities open up. Two tries across the tournament add a finishing dimension that rounds out his profile as an all-round, high-workrate front-row forward.
Valerio Pelli is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Italy U20, 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, Valerio features for the Italy U20 across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Valerio Pelli's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Italy U20 news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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