Murray McCallum

Born on 16 March 1996, Murray McCallum is a forward currently listed at flanker for the Newcastle Red Bulls. Now into his late twenties, McCallum has built up a body of experience in professional rugby and offers the Newcastle pack a player in his prime physical years. His playing profile centres on the contact areas. He hits rucks hard, looks to compete over the ball when opportunities arise, and brings line-speed in defence around the fringes. He is also a willing carrier through the middle channels, providing momentum for backs to play off the back of. Newcastle have undergone significant change in their forward pack over recent seasons, and squad players who can cover multiple back-row positions are at a premium. McCallum's combination of physical conditioning and squad experience makes him a useful option for head coach decisions across the Premiership and cup competitions. He continues to be part of the Red Bulls' forward rotation as the club looks to rebuild competitively in the English top flight.