Victor Matfield

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Victor Matfield born?May 11, 1977
2. Where was Victor Matfield born?South Africa
3. What is Victor Matfield known for?Revolutionized line-out play through exceptional aerial skills and disruption
4. What is the position?Lock
5. Who is Victor Matfield?Victor Matfield is a famous South African rugby player. He played as a lock and was known for his height and strength.
6. What is a line‑out and how did he help his team?A line‑out is a way to restart play when the ball goes out of bounds. Victor was great at jumping and catching the ball, which helped his team keep or win the ball.

Lock: A forward position in rugby union, typically characterized by height and strength, crucial for scrummaging and line-out contests.
Line-out: A set-piece restart in rugby union where players from both teams form two lines to contest possession of a ball thrown in from touch.
Springboks: The national rugby union team of South Africa, one of the most successful and iconic teams in international rugby.
Cap: An appearance for a national team in a specific sport; 'most-capped' means having played the most games for that team.