Le Rugbynistère, a French rugby publication, recently spoke with Kyllian Ringuet, a flanker who moved this summer from Montauban to the Castres rugby club. Ringuet, who stands 1.96 meters tall and weighs 104 kilograms, is quickly making an impression with his strong work ethic, discipline, and natural talent. He has already played three matches in the Top 14, the top-tier rugby league in France, and has been praised for his performances on the field. Ringuet is set to start in a crucial match against Stade Toulousain, one of the most prestigious clubs in the league, alongside teammates Baptiste Delaporte and Hamish Watson, a Scottish rugby legend. Ringuet's rugby journey began in Sapiac, where he first donned a pair of rugby boots in the small town of Nuits-Saint-Georges, near Dijon. After trying out with other clubs, he eventually joined Toulouse before moving to Castres. Over the past four seasons, he has experienced the full range of professional rugby, from the challenge of avoiding relegation to the joy of winning a national title and being promoted to the elite Top 14 division. This diverse background has helped shape him into a mentally strong player, embodying the values of Castres, a club known for its self-sacrifice and relentless effort. Castres, often seen as a smaller club competing against the larger, more established teams in French rugby, has a deep connection with the sport. For Ringuet, the decision to join Castres was driven by the club's stability and the central role rugby plays in the city's culture. Though other teams in the elite might have offered more enticing options, Ringuet chose Castres after consulting with former teammates and coaches, including Sébastien Tillous-Borde, who previously played for Castres before moving to Montauban. This network of experienced players and coaches has provided Ringuet with the guidance he needed as he transitions to his second professional club. Since joining Castres, Ringuet has integrated well into the team, earning the trust of coach Xavier Sadourny and becoming one of the league's top tacklers. At just 23 years old, he is the youngest flanker in the squad and is eager to establish himself alongside rugby legends like Hamish Watson, Mathieu Babillot, and Jack Goodhue. Ringuet's goal is to become a key player for Castres, even if it means surpassing the players he once admired on television. As he prepares for a high-stakes derby against Stade Toulousain, a club he once played for, Ringuet is determined to prove himself on the field, in front of fans who are deeply invested in this historic rivalry.