Brumbies sign Isi Naisarani
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The Brumbies have signed Western Force backrower Isi Naisarani on a one year deal.
The Fijian born flanker is an imposing figure at 1.95m and 110kg. Naisarani most recently starred in Canberra for the Perth Spirit in their National Rugby Championship (NRC) clash against the Canberra Vikings, impressing with his blocking runs, strong carries and offloads.
Naisarani’s senior career began with Brisbane City in the NRC where he played seven matches and crossed for five tries in what was a standout year for the youngster before beginning contracted to the Western Force for the 2017 Super Rugby season.
He enjoyed an excellent Super Rugby debut campaign in 2017, claiming the Nathan Sharpe Medal as their Player of the Year. Isi is the first player ever to do so in their first season of professional rugby, compiling some impressive statistics along the way with 126 runs, 662 run metres, 22 tackle busts and 108 tackles.
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— RUGBYcomau (@rugbycomau) September 19, 2017