Ben Smith

Rugby player, 2015 World Cup champion

Ben Smith - Rugby player, 2015 World Cup champion
Born

June 1st, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Born in 1986 in New Zealand, played as a fullback and wing for the national rugby union team, the All Blacks. Debuted internationally in 2012 and was part of the All Blacks squad that claimed the 2015 Rugby World Cup title. Also played for the Otago Highlanders in Super Rugby, contributing to the team's championship in 2015. After his international career, transitioned to playing in Japan.

Won the 2015 Rugby World Cup with All Blacks

Contributed to the Highlanders' 2015 Super Rugby title

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