Across 32 matches, Benitez Cruz shows a scrum half who contributes steadily on both sides of the ball, averaging just over four carries a game while maintaining a consistent tackle output that underlines his defensive commitment. His best individual performances — reaching nine carries and eight tackles in a single match — suggest he can step up his involvement when the game demands it. With over 1,600 minutes played across multiple competitions, his durability and consistency across different levels of rugby are clear strengths of his profile.
Simon Benitez Cruz is a professional rugby union scrum-half registered with the Newcastle Red Bulls, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with dictating tempo from the base of the ruck.
As a scrum-half, Simon features for the Newcastle Red Bulls across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Simon Benitez Cruz's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Newcastle Red Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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