The ACT Brumbies’ Journey Through the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific Season

The ACT Brumbies entered the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season with a strong foundation, having demonstrated consistent performance in the previous year. Based in Canberra and playing at GIO Stadium, the team has long been a powerhouse in the league. In the 2025 campaign, they maintained their position near the top of the table, finishing with a record of 9–5 and earning 44 points across 14 matches. This placed them in third place in the final standings, securing a spot in the semifinals.

Despite their impressive regular-season performance, the Brumbies fell short in the playoffs, ending their season as losing semifinalists. However, this experience provided valuable lessons as they prepare for the upcoming challenges in 2026.

Key Players and Roster Changes for 2026

Looking ahead to the 2026 season, the Brumbies are undergoing significant roster changes as they aim to build on their past successes. Head coach Stephen Larkham remains at the helm, guiding the team through this transition. Captain Allan Alaalatoa continues to be a cornerstone of the squad, anchoring a reshaped lineup that includes several new faces.

The 2026 roster features notable additions such as flyhalf Tane Edmed, along with young talents like Eli Langi, Joe Dillon, and Jarrad McLeod. Here is the full list of players:

Prop:
– Allan Ala’alatoa
– Blake Schoupp
– James Slipper
– Lington Ieli
– Tevita Alatini

Hooker:
– Billy Pollard
– Chris Mickelson
– Lachlan Lonergan
– Liam Bowron

Lock:
– Cadeyrn Neville
– Harvey Cordukes
– Lachlan Shaw
– Nick Frost
– Toby Macpherson

Back Row:
– Charlie Cale
– Eli Langi
– Luke Reimer
– Rob Valetini
– Rory Scott
– Tuaina Taii Tualima

Halfback:
– Dan Nelson
– Klayton Thorn
– Ryan Lonergan

Flyhalves:
– Declan Meredith
– Joe Dillon
– Tane Edmed

Midfield:
– Austin Anderson
– David Feliuai
– Hudson Creighton
– Jarrah McLeod
– Kadin Pritchard
– Ollie Sapsford

Outside Backs:
– Andy Muirhead
– Corey Toole
– Kye Oates
– Shane Wilcox
– Tom Wright

The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Schedule

The ACT Brumbies have an exciting schedule for the 2026 season, featuring matches against some of the top teams in the league. Here are the key dates:

• February 14: Western Force vs. ACT Brumbies (3:35 a.m.)
• February 21: Crusaders vs. ACT Brumbies (9:35 p.m.)
• February 28: ACT Brumbies vs. Blues (3:35 a.m.)
• March 7: ACT Brumbies vs. Queensland Reds (3:35 a.m.)
• March 13: Fijian Drua vs. ACT Brumbies (11:35 p.m.)
• March 20: ACT Brumbies vs. Chiefs (4:35 a.m.)
• March 27: ACT Brumbies vs. NSW Waratahs (4:35 a.m.)
• April 10: Highlanders vs. ACT Brumbies (3:05 a.m.)
• April 18: ACT Brumbies vs. Fijian Drua (5:35 a.m.)
• April 25: Hurricanes vs. ACT Brumbies (1:05 a.m.)
• May 2: Queensland Reds vs. ACT Brumbies (5:35 a.m.)
• May 9: ACT Brumbies vs. Western Force (5:35 a.m.)
• May 22: NSW Waratahs vs. ACT Brumbies (5:35 a.m.)
• May 29: ACT Brumbies vs. Moana Pasifika (12:35 a.m.)

The 2025 Super Rugby Pacific Standings

In the 2025 season, the Brumbies finished third with a 9–5 record and 44 points. The final standings were as follows:

1. Chiefs – 11–3 (51 points)
2. Crusaders – 11–3 (49 points)
3. ACT Brumbies – 9–5 (44 points)
4. Hurricanes – 8–1–5 (39 points)
5. Queensland Reds – 8–6 (38 points)
6. Blues – 6–8 (33 points)
7. Moana Pasifika – 6–8 (28 points)
8. NSW Waratahs – 6–8 (26 points)
9. Western Force – 4–1–9 (23 points)
10. Fijian Drua – 4–10 (20 points)
11. Highlanders – 3–11 (20 points)

Stephen Larkham: Leading the Brumbies into 2026

Stephen Larkham, the head coach of the ACT Brumbies, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Having played 112 matches for the Brumbies from 1996 to 2007, he also earned 102 caps for the Wallabies. His leadership will be crucial as the team aims to improve on its 2025 performance.

When Does the Super Rugby Pacific Season Start?

The 30th season of Super Rugby begins on February 13 with Round 1, starting with a match between the Highlanders and Crusaders at 1:05 a.m. ET.

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