Here’s a polished news story on Ben Donaldson’s fresh contract deal:
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Perth, Australia – May 22, 2025 — Wallabies fly-half and Western Force playmaker Ben Donaldson has today cemented his future in Australian rugby, signing a new contract that extends his tenure with both Western Force and Rugby Australia through to the end of 2027, setting him up for a shot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup on home soil (rugby.com.au).
At 26 years old, the Clovelly Eagles junior has already earned 16 Test caps since his 2022 debut against Italy and starred at the 2023 World Cup in France (australia.rugby). After moving from the NSW Waratahs to the Force following the world cup, Donaldson quickly became a fan-favourite, earning the Nathan Sharpe Medal in 2024 as the club’s player of the year (rugby.com.au).
This season, Donaldson ranks second in the Super Rugby Pacific for both points scored (94) and goal-kicking accuracy (76.5%)—just behind All Blacks legend Damian McKenzie (thewest.com.au). A standout moment came in Round 1, where he delivered a dramatic, last-second solo try to beat Moana Pasifika (australia.rugby).
Expressing his excitement, Donaldson said:
“I’m extremely excited to re‑commit to the Western Force and Australian Rugby… there’s obviously also the lure of the home 2027 World Cup, which is extremely motivating.” (australia.rugby)
Peter Horne, Rugby Australia’s Director of High Performance, praised Donaldson as:
“A good young player and a strong example of the Australian Rugby pathways system at work… earned good experience at both Super Rugby Pacific and Test level.” (rugby.com.au)
Western Force coach Simon Cron added that Donaldson is “a leader in our group and a core member of driving the Western Force forward,” citing the benefits of retaining the squad’s nucleus into the 2027 campaign (rugby.com.au).
With key players like Carlo Tizzano also tied down, Rugby Australia is ensuring a stable group ahead of major upcoming events—the British & Irish Lions tour this July, Bledisloe Cup clashes in Perth, and ultimately, the 2027 World Cup at home (australia.rugby).
This commitment hands Donaldson a clear pathway to cement his place as a leading No. 10 for Australia on the global
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