Phillips - aggressive forward. (Getty Images)
MATT PHILLIPS
Born: 10.04.75
Height: 6ft 4in
Weight: 18st
Position: Flanker/Number Eight
Club: Viadana
Caps: 12
Points: 10
Aggressive as they come, Phillips has become a popular figure in Italy since moving from New Zealand and qualifying for his new homeland under the residency rule.
The man mountain of a back-row forward is tough in the tackle and a powerful presence in both rucks and mauls.
Takes the ball forward aggressively and is a key performer in the Italian pack.
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