What does Man of the match mean?

Man van die wedstryd (Best player) For example: "He's man of the match (He's the best player)"

Where does the slang word Man of the match come from?

Man of the match is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

Man of the match

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Man van die wedstryd (Best player)

"He's man of the match (He's the best player)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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