Rodrigo Martinez

Argentine flanker Rodrigo Martinez brings an enforcer's edge to the Dragons' pack. Born on 7 July 1998, he is a physical, abrasive back-rower whose game is founded on a relentless work rate at the breakdown and an aggressive defensive presence. Martinez is at his best when the contest is tightest, competing for turnover ball and setting the tone for those around him with his ball-carrying and tackling. The high point of his career to date came in 2022, when he earned his first cap for Argentina, recognition of the disruptive, hard-edged qualities he consistently offers at club level. For the Dragons he serves as a key figure in the forward effort, providing the kind of defensive intensity and breakdown menace that can shift momentum in a match. Experienced and combative, he offers his side a reliable source of go-forward and a genuine threat over the ball, embodying the physical, uncompromising approach long associated with Argentine forward play.