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William Davis Performance Analysis
Hilux NPC 2026
William Davis has featured in 7 matches during the 2026 Hilux NPC to date, representing Wellington, with 0 wins and 7 losses.
William Davis has played 517 minutes across the 2026 Hilux NPC so far. In attack he has made 221m with ball in hand, beating 14 defenders and scoring 1 try. Defensively he has completed 25 tackles at a rate of 3.57 per game.
In the Hilux NPC 2026, William Davis has completed 7 passes at an accuracy of 88%, contributing 0 try assists and making 58 touches.
