Victor Matfield rugby player
Victor Matfield rugby player

Victor Matfield

11th May 1977 2.00m/110kg No 5 Lock

Stats & Facts: Springboks vs Wallabies

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

As the Springboks prepare to host Australia for the first Rugby Championship match in Johannesburg, we take a closer look at the key stats and facts ahead of the clash in Ellis Park       1. South...

Most Capped Test Players Of All Time

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

A number of test stars will be hanging up their boots following the conclusion of the Rugby World Cup in Japan later this year.   With that in mind, we take a look at which individuals could move...

Stephan Lewies signs for Harlequins

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Harlequins can confirm that Stephan Lewies will join the Club for the 2019/20 season.     South African international Lewies, 27, is currently on loan with Lions but played the majority of...

Most Capped Test Side Of All-Time

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales captain Alun-Wyn Jones will reach an impressive milestone in the Grand Slam decider against Ireland this weekend when he makes his 134th appearance for Wales equalling Gethin Jenkins record.     With...

Bulls announce new Super Rugby coach

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

After a lengthy process, The Bulls have announced Pote Human as their new Super Rugby head coach.   Human, with over 200 first class appearances, played 8th man for Eastern Province and the Freestate.    His...

Victor Matfield says no to Bulls job

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Victor Matfield has reportedly said no to the Bulls head coach job he applied for because of family reasons.         The former Springbok lock was favourite...

Van Graan linked with a move back to SA

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Munster head Johann van Graan could be on his way back to South Africa to fill the void at the Bulls left by England assistant John Mitchell.   The Bulls have been searching for Mitchell's replacement...

Bok coach offers his services to the Bulls - reports

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

  According to SARugbyMag Rassie Erasmus could coach the Bulls in next year’s Super Rugby competition.   The Bulls are set to be without John Mitchell who is set to become England’s...

Victor Matfield reportedly linked with Stade Francais

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

With 127 international caps, Springbok legend Victor Matfield, has gone into coaching and is linked with a move to France where he will join Heyneke Meyer and Stade Francais. Since Meyer was unveiled...

Monday Morning Round Up

6 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Robbie Fruean to retire due to heart problems Edinburgh centre Robbie Fruean is set to call time on his career on medical grounds – according to reports. Fruean has a well-documented history...