Across 12 Super Rugby appearances as a replacement, Matenga's output is dominated by his defensive workrate, averaging over four tackles per game and reaching eight in his best outings. His carrying numbers are modest by design — he is used sparingly with ball in hand, suggesting his primary value lies in the collisions and the breakdown rather than ball-carrying metres. When he does carry, his per-game highs show he can contribute meaningfully in short bursts when the situation demands it.
Sam Matenga is a professional rugby union prop registered with the Blues, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with anchoring the scrum in the front row.
As a prop, Sam features for the Blues across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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