New Zealand back row Sam Fischli represented the New England Free Jacks in the 2023 Major League Rugby Season.

Fischli joined the Free Jacks from Otago in New Zealand’s NPC competition. He has represented Otago since 2020 and was awarded Forward of the Year with them in 2021. He has also been a member of the Highlanders wider training squad. Fischli earned 11 MLR caps in his debut season, starting 7 games and scoring 1 try. His game time was limited among the very deep Free Jacks squad that went all the way to the MLR final to claim the club’s first MLR shield in 2023.

Fischli was included on the Otago roster for their 2023 NPC season, and it is unknown if he will return to MLR for 2024.

Achievements:

• 2023 MLR Champion – NE Free Jacks
• MLR Team of the Week: 2023 – Week 17