Tendai Mtawarira

Rugby player; Rugby World Cup winner

Tendai Mtawarira - Rugby player; Rugby World Cup winner
Born

August 1st, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Africa

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Played rugby union for the South Africa national team and the provincial team, Sharks. Contributed to South Africa's victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Debuted internationally in 2008 and earned a reputation as a powerful prop. Accumulated 117 caps for the national team before retirement.

Part of South Africa's 2019 Rugby World Cup winning team

Played for the Sharks in Super Rugby

Earned 117 caps for South Africa

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