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Gregor Rutledge Stats
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Gregor Rutledge Performance Analysis
Hilux NPC 2026
Gregor Rutledge featured in 5 matches during the 2026 Hilux NPC, representing Southland. Results included 1 win and 4 losses.
Gregor Rutledge played 320 minutes across the Hilux NPC 2026. In attack he made 85m with ball in hand, beating 3 defenders and scoring 1 try. Defensively he completed 48 tackles at a rate of 9.6 per game.
In the Hilux NPC 2026, Gregor Rutledge completed 23 passes at an accuracy of 96%, contributing 0 try assists and making 38 touches.
