Victor Matfield

Recognised as one of the greatest locks the game of rugby has ever seen. Victor Matfield is known for his exceptional skill at disrupting opposition line-outs and is speed around the field.

• Born: 11 May 1977, Pietersburg, South Africa
• Weight: 112kg Height: 2.01m
• South Africa: 2001–11, 2014–present, 112 caps, 69 wins, 35 points
• South African captain: 58 tests, 58 victories
• Debut: Italy, aged 24, 30 Jun, 2001
• Cats: 1999–2000, 8 caps
• Bulls: 2001–11, 2014–present, 124 caps, 40 points