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Connacht

Michael McDonald

Position
Scrum half
Michael McDonald is a professional scrum half for the Connacht, bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad. Track Michael's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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Index
342ndof 461 halfbacks
2384th overall · top 74% at halfbacks
Attack
21
Defence
28
Impact
0
Per-80-minute output vs other halfbacks, weighted for competition strength. Michael has 9 matches on record.
Scouting Report
Analyst's Take
Reliable impact from the bench

Across nine appearances as a replacement, McDonald has shown consistent defensive contribution, averaging over a tackle per outing with a single-game high of four. His carrying numbers are modest, reflecting the limited ball-in-hand opportunities typical of a bench role, though he has shown the ability to make meaningful metres when called upon. His workload per appearance remains steady, suggesting a player who fulfils a defined and disciplined function off the bench.

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Match History
Super Rugby2025/262 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Brumbies crestvs Brumbies22 May 202644272Fijian Drua crestvs Fijian Drua16 May 2026204
Total64276
United Rugby Championship2022/231 app
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Z
vs Zebre25 Nov 2022
18122
Total18122
About Michael McDonald

Michael McDonald is a professional rugby union scrum half registered with the Connacht, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with bringing physicality and skill to the matchday squad.

As a scrum half, Michael features for the Connacht across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.

Follow Michael McDonald's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Connacht news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

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