Botia scores 50th try for La Rochelle

Veteran Levani Botia did an impressive performance during his 40 minutes on the pitch with his try in the corner after a powerful fend-off on an opponent

Monday 05 January 2026 | 21:00

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Levani Botia fends-off an opponent at yesterday's match with Toulon where he scored his 50th try and winning against them 66-0

Photo: La Rochelle


Veteran Levani Botia was impressive in their 66-0 win over Toulon in their Top 14 round 14 clash yesterday.

The 36-year-old scored his 50th try for La Rochelle after playing 234 matches the past ten years.

He delivered an impressive performance during his 40 minutes on the pitch with his try in the corner after a powerful fend-off on an opponent.

There was also his decisive break, a sharp run before his on-the-fly pass to Nolann Le Garrec, who then raced away to score.

The 103kg was once again a constant threat in the rucks. His stats showed three-line breaks and four defenders beaten.

Botia started playing for La Rochelle since the 2013/2014 season when the club was part of the Pro D2 division.

They were promoted to Top 14 the year after.

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