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Damian McKenzie — Chiefs
Career Path
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'21–'26 · 33 apps
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'25–'26 · 25 apps
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Damian McKenzie

Positions
Fly-half · Fullback
Damian McKenzie is a professional fly-half for the Chiefs, running the backline and steering the kicking game. Track Damian's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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68.3
Index
32ndof 442 halfbacks
147th overall · top 7% at halfbacks
Attack
97
Defence
38
Impact
55
Per-80-minute output vs other halfbacks, weighted for competition strength. Damian has 44 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Carrying threat with consistent impact

McKenzie is a fly half who regularly takes the ball to the line, averaging six carries per match and contributing over 1,800 metres across 58 appearances — numbers that point to an active, running role rather than a purely distributing one. His 20 tries across those matches reinforce his potency in open play, while a peak of 17 carries and 161 metres in a single game shows he can take over as a primary ball-carrier when the moment demands it. He also contributes defensively with consistency, rarely missing a shift across the competitions he has featured in.

AI-generated from Octafield match data
2026 Season
36
Points
2
Tries
10
Conversions
2
Penalties
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Match History
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About Damian McKenzie

Damian McKenzie is a professional rugby union fly-half registered with the Chiefs, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with running the backline and steering the kicking game.

As a fly-half, Damian features for the Chiefs across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow Damian McKenzie's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Chiefs news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Damian McKenzie play?
Damian McKenzie plays fly-half and fullback for the Chiefs. His most frequent position is fly-half.
Which team does Damian McKenzie play for?
Damian McKenzie plays for the Chiefs, the South Africa-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Chiefs play their home games?
The Chiefs are based in South Africa, South Africa.
Where can I follow Damian McKenzie's fixtures and stats?
Follow Damian McKenzie's fixtures, results, match appearances and Chiefs news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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