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Josh Augustine Performance Analysis
Hilux NPC 2026
Josh Augustine featured in 5 matches during the 2026 Hilux NPC, representing Southland. Results included 1 win and 4 losses.
Josh Augustine played 221 minutes across the Hilux NPC 2026. In attack he made 67m with ball in hand, beating 7 defenders and scoring 0 tries. Defensively he completed 20 tackles at a rate of 4 per game.
In the Hilux NPC 2026, Josh Augustine completed 5 passes at an accuracy of 83%, contributing 0 try assists and making 29 touches.
