Giorgi Gergedava

Giorgi Gergedava, born on 23 March 2004, is a flanker who has earned the opportunity to test himself in France's Top 14 with ASM Clermont Auvergne. A move to one of rugby's most demanding leagues represents a significant step for the young back-rower, who brings a hard-edged defensive presence and a strong work rate at the breakdown. Gergedava's game is founded on physicality — he relishes the tackle contest and looks to make a nuisance of himself over the ball. Within the Clermont squad he provides valuable depth in the back row, challenging for selection through his tackling and contesting skills. Adapting to the intensity of the French game at this stage of his career offers an invaluable education, and his appetite for the grunt work suggests a forward willing to do whatever the team requires. As he continues to develop his carrying and set-piece contribution, Gergedava has the foundations to grow into a more prominent figure. For now, his energy and combativeness make him a useful addition to the Clermont forward resources.