Jimi Maximin

In the colours of Section Paloise, Jimi Maximin embodies the traditional virtues of the French flanker — relentless effort, breakdown aggression and a refusal to be moved in the contact area. Born on 3 April 1999, the Frenchman has become a familiar figure in the Pau back row, where his work rate and physical presence have made him a valued member of the pack. Maximin's game is defined by his appetite for the tight exchanges: he competes hard over the ball, provides crucial turnover threat and disrupts opposition possession with persistent pressure. In defence he is uncompromising, throwing himself into tackles and covering ground tirelessly across the eighty minutes. Operating in the demanding Top 14, he offers Pau a blend of grit and athleticism that suits the attritional nature of the French league. His consistency has helped him establish himself as a regular contributor, the kind of dependable forward who sets the tone in the unglamorous areas of the game. For Section Paloise, Maximin represents the heartbeat of a competitive back row — a flanker whose energy and combativeness make him an awkward opponent and a reliable presence week after week.