Across 18 matches Du Plessis contributes consistently in both phases, averaging close to five carries and five tackles per game — a balance that points to a centre trusted to do the unglamorous work on both sides of the ball. His single-game peaks of 13 carries, 74 metres and 16 tackles show he can lift his output significantly when the team needs more from him. Three tries across the dataset add a finishing dimension to an otherwise industrious, process-driven profile.
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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