Across 21 matches, Benitez Cruz shows a consistent work rate on both sides of the ball, averaging nearly four carries and four tackles per game with a reliable output of around 20 metres per appearance. His peak performances — reaching eight carries, 57 metres and eight tackles in a single match — indicate he can step up his involvement when the game demands it. Three tries over this sample further suggest he is not purely a service player but reads opportunities to threaten the line himself.
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 bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.
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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