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
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.
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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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