Pascal Cotet

At the more experienced end of the Aviron Bayonnais back-row, Pascal Cotet is a French flanker representing the Basque-region club in the Top 14. Born on 12 October 1993, Cotet is among the senior figures in the Bayonne pack, a professional whose career has been built on a steady, abrasive style of forward play. His game leans on the staples of the position - work rate around the breakdown, willingness in defence and a physical edge in the tight exchanges where matches are often decided. At Bayonne, his role has typically been as a dependable contributor to a forward unit that values industry over flair, with the club's identity strongly tied to the rugby culture of the south-west of France. Across his time at the club he has been part of squads competing between Pro D2 and the Top 14, an experience that demands both physical and tactical adaptability. Cotet's profile is that of a club professional in the truest sense: a player who delivers consistent minutes, brings competitive intensity and embodies the day-to-day grind of life as a flanker in one of Europe's most punishing leagues. As he advances through the later stage of his career, his value to Bayonne lies in that mix of experience, durability and competitive edge.