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Nathan Stephens Stats
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Nathan Stephens Performance Analysis
Hilux NPC 2026
Nathan Stephens has featured in 2 matches during the 2026 Hilux NPC to date, representing Waikato, with 2 wins and 0 losses.
Nathan Stephens has played 143 minutes across the 2026 Hilux NPC so far. In attack he has made 108m with ball in hand, beating 4 defenders and scoring 1 try. Defensively he has completed 7 tackles at a rate of 3.5 per game.
In the Hilux NPC 2026, Nathan Stephens has completed 9 passes at an accuracy of 100%, contributing 0 try assists and making 20 touches.