Mafura is a consistent ball-carrier at fullback, averaging close to six carries and nearly 30 metres per match across nine appearances — figures that point to a player regularly involved in the Lions' attack rather than sitting on the periphery. His single-game peaks of 12 carries and 92 metres suggest he can take on a much larger share of the running load when the game demands it. His tackle numbers are modest, indicating his primary value sits on the attacking side of the ball.
Born on 11 April 1996, Tapiwa is 30 years old, stands 175cm (5′9″) tall and weighs 78kg. Tapiwa has been capped by Zimbabwe at international level.
Tapiwa Mafura is a professional rugby union wing registered with the Lions, the Johannesburg-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with providing finishing pace on the flank.
As a wing, Tapiwa features for the Lions across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
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