Ben Botica
Born: October 7, 1989 (age 35)
Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)
Weight: 13st 5lb (85kg)
Hometown: Takapuna, New Zealand
Position: Fly-Half
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Sports Mole has 34 articles about Ben Botica. Articles 1 to 34:
Northampton lose to Bordeaux in Champions Cup opener
Northampton have now lost 11 consecutive matches.
Dec 11, 20:32
Harlequins come from behind to see off Cardiff Blues
Harlequins come from behind to clinch a 32-20 win over Cardiff Blues in Thursday night's European Challenge Cup clash at the Cardiff Arms Park.
Nov 19, 22:01
Wasps claim vital victory away at Harlequins
Wasps score two first-half tries as they beat Harlequins 23-3 in Pool Two of the European Rugby Champions Cup.
Jan 17, 21:44
Harlequins bring in Tim Swiel on short-term deal
Harlequins sign Tim Swiel on a four-month loan deal from South African side the Sharks as cover for injured fly-half Ben Botica.
Oct 29, 09:32
Harlequins narrowly beat London Wasps
Harlequins come from behind in the second half to secure a 26-23 win over London Wasps in the Aviva Premiership.
Sep 20, 17:16
Northampton Saints beat Harlequins to reach Challenge Cup final
Northampton Saints reach the final of the Challenge Cup following an 18-10 win over Harlequins.
Apr 25, 22:08
Harlequins narrowly beat Leicester Tigers
Harlequins beat Leicester Tigers 24-20 to keep their hopes of reaching the Aviva Premiership playoffs alive.
Apr 18, 21:58
Ben Botica pens Harlequins extension
Harlequins fly-half Ben Botica signs a contract extension with the club until 2017.
Feb 24, 13:32
Gloucester narrowly beat Harlequins
Gloucester Rugby beat Harlequins 25-20 at Kingsholm Stadium in the Aviva Premiership.
Feb 22, 15:58
Harlequins edge past Newcastle Falcons
Two late penalties from Ben Botica give Harlequins an 18-14 win over Newcastle Falcons in the Aviva Premiership.
Feb 15, 16:47
Late try gives Harlequins win
A late try from Sam Smith gives Harlequins a win over London Wasps in this afternoon's Aviva Premiership clash.
Feb 9, 14:49
Harlequins edge out Scarlets
Harlequins fire a late penalty to edge a 22-20 victory over Scarlets in their final Heineken Cup encounter.
Jan 19, 17:05
Harlequins enjoy comfortable win
Harlequins run out comfortable winners in their Heineken Cup clash against Racing Metro this afternoon.
Dec 15, 14:46
Harlequins too strong for Sale Sharks
Harlequins score two tries to clinch a 24-3 win over Sale Sharks in the Aviva Premiership.
Oct 26, 17:18
Harlequins go down to Clermont Auvergne
Clermont Auvergne run in three first-half tries on their way to inflicting a second straight Heineken Cup defeat on Harlequins in France.
Oct 20, 17:05
Conor O'Shea: 'Nick Evans not to blame for Harlequins defeat'
Harlequins director of rugby Conor O'Shea says that fly-half Nick Evans is not to blame for the team's defeat to Northampton Saints last night.
Sep 14, 11:59
Dominant second half gives Harlequins win
Harlequins overturn a half-time deficit to record their first win in four matches against Bath in the Aviva Premiership this afternoon.
Apr 13, 16:14
Strong second half seals Exeter Chiefs win
Two second-half tries for Exeter Chiefs allowed the visitors to beat Harlequins in the Aviva Premiership this afternoon.
Mar 2, 17:15
Charlie Matthews brace helps Harlequins to win
Harlequins increase their lead at the top of the Aviva Premiership with a 30-21 win over Sale Sharks.
Feb 22, 22:05
Harlequins edge past Leicester Tigers
Harlequins have seen off Leicester Tigers, thanks largely to the boot of Ben Botica.
Feb 16, 19:08
Preview: Harlequins vs. Leicester Tigers
Sports Mole previews Saturday's top-of-the-table clash in the Aviva Premiership as leaders Leicester Tigers travel to Harlequins.
Feb 15, 18:51
Harlequins edge past Ospreys
Harlequins progress in the LV=Cup with a narrow 16-12 win at Ospreys.
Feb 3, 18:52
Quins make it three from three in LV=Cup
Harlequins defeat London Welsh 23-6 to make it three wins in the LV= Cup.
Jan 26, 18:40
Harlequins thrash Zebre in Heineken Cup
Harlequins score seven tries to record an easy win over Italian side Zebre in the Heineken Cup.
Dec 15, 16:56
Zebre crushed by Harlequins
Harlequins score nine tries to secure their third win in this season's Heineken Cup.
Dec 8, 15:31
Conor O'Shea proud of Harlequins "bottle"
Harlequins coach Conor O'Shea is proud of his side's "bottle" in Friday's 21-12 win over Bath in the LV= Cup.
Nov 17, 00:24
Harlequins edge out Bath in LV= Cup
Ben Botica kicks over 15 points as Harlequins beat Bath 21-12 at Twickenham Stoop in the LV Cup.
Nov 16, 21:47
Late try secures win for Harlequins in close contest with Northampton Saints
Harlequins score a last-minute try to secure a narrow victory over Northampton Saints.
Nov 10, 14:58
Harlequins edge London Irish in thriller
A last-gasp try from Tom Casson gives Harlequins a narrow victory over London Irish in a wonderful Aviva Premiership clash at the Madejski Stadium.
Oct 28, 16:15
Harlequins earn vital win against Connacht
Harlequins open up their lead at the top of Heineken Cup Pool 3 with a 30-22 victory over Connacht at Galway Sportsground.
Oct 20, 20:05
Team News: Connacht vs. Harlequins
Youngster Ben Botica is given his first start as Harlequins face Connaght.
Oct 19, 20:53
Nick Evans out for three weeks
An ankle injury rules former New Zealand international Nick Evans out for around three weeks.
Oct 17, 16:10
Harlequins see off Biarritz
A spirited second-half performance from Harlequins sees them beat Biarritz 40-13 in tonight's Heineken Cup Pool 3 clash at Twickenham Stoop.
Oct 13, 19:54
Harlequins 40-3 London Welsh
London Welsh's baptism of fire continues as they are beaten 40-3 away to champions Harlequins.
Sep 7, 21:33
