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Eric Basson Stats
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Eric Basson Performance Analysis
Currie Cup 2026
Eric Basson featured in 2 matches during the 2026 Currie Cup, representing DHL Stormers XXIII. Results included 1 win and 1 loss.
Eric Basson represented DHL Stormers XXIII in the 2026 Currie Cup season, who finished 7th in the regular season table.
Eric Basson played 104 minutes across the Currie Cup 2026. In attack he made 16m with ball in hand, beating 0 defenders and scoring 1 try. Defensively he completed 11 tackles at a rate of 5.5 per game.
In the Currie Cup 2026, Eric Basson completed 6 passes at an accuracy of 100%, contributing 0 try assists and making 16 touches.
