Victor Matfield: Springboks Are ‘By Far’ the Best Team in the World and No One Can ‘Compete for That Spot’
Legendary Springboks lock Victor Matfield has made a bold statement about South Africa’s current dominance in the world of rugby.
Despite the official World Rugby rankings placing them second, Matfield insists that the Springboks are, without question, the best team globally. He believes that the rankings don’t capture the full extent of their achievements.
After their recent triumph in the Rugby Championship, which included an emphatic 48-7 victory over Argentina, Matfield is confident that South Africa deserves the number one spot. The Springboks, who have won back-to-back World Cups and defeated the British and Irish Lions in 2021, have a record of success that Matfield argues is unmatched by any other team.
While Ireland currently tops the rankings, he views these numbers as misleading, stating that they don’t reflect South Africa’s real dominance.
For Matfield, rugby is defined by the ability to perform and win when it matters most. He emphasized that South Africa consistently proves itself by winning major tournaments and crucial matches.
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