Let's make this birthday one to remember.

48 years old (Born on January 27, 1977)

Happy Birthday, Matt! From dazzling Twickenham to proudly representing the British and Irish Lions in South Africa '97, you've mastered rugby at full-back with skill so slick even opponents couldn’t resist applauding—begrudgingly. Tackling like a freight train one moment and gliding gracefully downfield the next; your boots must have wings hidden somewhere!

Now off-field it's another try-scoring year ahead: candles tackled effortlessly, cake sliced elegantly. May your celebrations today be as smooth as those iconic sidesteps that thrilled us all—and here's hoping you dodge old age just like defenders on matchday.

Cheers for countless memories made unforgettable by England's trusted No 15!