The ACT Brumbies have moved to shore up their choices at fly-half with Declan Meredith signing a brand new two-year deal that can maintain him on the membership till the tip of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.
The 25-year-old has loved a breakout marketing campaign in 2025, beginning in a number of key fixtures and crossing for a strive within the Brumbies’ landmark 21–20 win over the Blues at Eden Park in March. So far, he has made 13 appearances for the aspect.
Initially from Cairns in Queensland, Meredith developed his recreation with junior membership Barron Trinity earlier than relocating to Canberra in 2019. He initially joined the Brumbies on an Elite Growth contract and aligned with native membership Wests Lions, the previous aspect of head coach Stephen Larkham.
“I’m very pleased and excited to have the ability to keep on the Brumbies for a pair extra years,” Meredith stated. “The membership gave me the primary alternative to make my mark within the sport and I’m extraordinarily grateful. It means lots to me to put on the Brumbies colors and characterize the rugby group in Canberra.”
His time at Wests culminated in profitable the MacDougall Medal in 2023 because the John I Dent Cup’s standout participant. That very same yr he earned his Tremendous Rugby debut towards the Crusaders, stepping up from the broader coaching squad.
Meredith’s versatility has been a key asset for the Brumbies. Comfortable at full back as well as fly-half, he offers a multi-dimensional option as the side prepares for the likely departure of Noah Lolesio, who is predicted to pursue alternatives abroad.
“We’re very pleased that Declan has dedicated his future to the membership. He’s an thrilling expertise who has grown immensely since he arrived in 2019,” Thomson stated.
“His versatility within the backline is a big asset to us, with the flexibility to play in a number of completely different positions.
“He demonstrated his potential together with his performances earlier within the season and we’re wanting ahead to seeing how he develops over the approaching years.”
