Brett Cameron extends Hurricanes stay through 2027
Brett Cameron signs a one-year Hurricanes extension through 2027 as he continues his recovery from a serious knee injury.
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Brett Cameron has signed a one-year contract extension with the Hurricanes, keeping the experienced first-five at the club for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Cameron commits to fifth Hurricanes season
The 30-year-old is preparing to enter his fifth season with the Hurricanes after joining the Wellington-based franchise ahead of the 2023 campaign.
Cameron is currently recovering from a serious knee injury suffered during the opening round of the 2026 season against Moana Pasifika, which required surgery and ruled him out for the remainder of the campaign.
“I couldn’t be happier to be back at the Hurricanes for another year,” Cameron said.
“I’m very grateful for this opportunity and backing from the coaches and club after what’s been a tough couple of years for myself with injuries.”
Experienced playmaker brings title pedigree
Cameron has scored 149 points across 25 Hurricanes appearances since making his debut against the Blues in March 2023.
His wider career includes a Mitre 10 Cup title with Canterbury in 2017, the Ranfurly Shield in 2019, two Super Rugby titles with the Crusaders in 2018 and 2019 and two Super Rugby Aotearoa crowns in 2020 and 2021.
After beginning his provincial career with Canterbury, Cameron later moved to Manawatu and spent the 2022 season with Japan’s Kamaishi Seawaves before joining the Hurricanes.
He was part of the Hurricanes’ 2026 Super Rugby Pacific title-winning squad.
Laidlaw praises Cameron resilience
Cameron earned one All Blacks Test cap against Japan in 2018 and also appeared for the All Blacks XV against Japan XV in 2023.
Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw praised Cameron’s resilience after two significant knee injuries in successive years and said the club remained confident in his ability to contribute at Super Rugby level.
“We’re just delighted to have him here. He’s obviously had a very tough couple of years with two major knee injuries, but he’s a genuine inspiration in terms of how he has dealt with both of those injuries,” Laidlaw said.
“Particularly the second injury, which he got in game one this year and started a lengthy rehab process while we were playing. His ability to come in everyday, crack on with his rehab, and contribute to the team was amazing."
