Across 17 matches Du Plessis shows consistent involvement on both sides of the ball, averaging close to five carries and over four tackles per game — figures that point to a centre who works hard through the phases rather than relying on isolated moments. His best outings demonstrate a higher ceiling, with double-digit carries and 16 tackles in a single match showing he can shoulder a heavy load when required. Three tries across the dataset add a finishing dimension to what the numbers suggest is primarily a workhorse midfield role.
Zander stands 190cm (6′3″) tall and weighs 97kg.
Zander Du Plessis is a professional rugby union centre registered with the Cheetahs, the Bloemfontein-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with combining midfield defence with attacking distribution.
As a centre, Zander features for the Cheetahs across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.
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