After becoming the most-capped Wallaby of all time and the most-capped Australian Super Rugby player in 2024, James Slipper has signed a one year extension with the ACT Brumbies, putting the 35-year-old on track to break more records.
With 195 Super Rugby Pacific caps to his name, Slipper is in striking distance of becoming the most-capped Super Rugby player of all time in 2026, being only seven caps off the all-time record of 202, set by fellow prop and All Black legend Wyatt Crockett.
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The one year extension with the Brumbies will keep the Wallaby veteran in the national capital for an eighth season. Should he pick up nine more caps for the Brumbies, he'll also become the 15th player to earn 100 caps for the ACT franchise.
However, Slipper is also in line for a unique record in Super Rugby history - should he hit the century mark in Canberra, he will become the first player in the history of the competition to earn 100 caps for two separate clubs - following his 104 caps for the Queensland Reds.
“When there was an option on the table of playing another season for the Brumbies, I couldn’t say no,” Slipper said in an official statement.
“I’m extremely grateful to the club for providing me with the opportunity back in 2018 and I want to continue to repay the faith that’s been shown in me.
“I love representing this club and being a part of this group. It’s an incredible place to play footy and I enjoy living in Canberra.
“My body is still good and I feel the fittest that I have done in a long time. I feel like I am still playing at a high level and contributing to the team. As long as I can do that, I will keep giving my all for the Brumbies.”
Slipper has enjoyed plenty of success during his time at the Brumbies, with a Super Rugby AU title to go with his 2011 Super Rugby title at the Reds - alongside more accolades across a lengthy career in Wallaby gold.
“Slipps is the ultimate professional, with an incredible work ethic. He is a world-class player who continues to deliver for us season after season,” Larkham said.
“He has taken his form to another level this campaign, he has been outstanding. His set-piece, defence, carrying and leadership have proved important for the team.
“The experience he brings to the forward pack cannot be understated, mentoring young players in the group who regularly ask for his advice.
“We’re delighted that he has decided to prolong his career in Canberra with the Brumbies.”
