IRISH RUGBY SECURES STAR PLAYERS WITH NEW DEALS, CONTINUING EXCITING 2027 CYCLE…
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has announced that several of Ireland’s top players have signed new contracts, securing their futures with the national team and their respective provinces.
The news is a significant boost for Irish rugby, as the country builds towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The new deals ensure that some of Ireland’s most talented players will remain in the country, competing for both their provinces and the national team.
Among the players to have signed new contracts are:
– Captain and flanker, Peter O’Mahony (Munster)
– Fly-half, Johnny Sexton (Leinster)
– Prop, Tadhg Furlong (Leinster)
– Lock, James Ryan (Leinster)
– Wing, Jacob Stockdale (Ulster)
The signings are a testament to the IRFU’s commitment to retaining Ireland’s top talent and building a strong squad for the 2027 World Cup.
“We are delighted to have secured the futures of these key players,” said IRFU Performance Director, David Nucifora. “They are all world-class players who have been instrumental in Ireland’s success in recent years. We believe that they will continue to play a major role in our team’s success in the years to come.”
The new contracts are also a reflection of the strong relationships between the IRFU, the provinces, and the players.
“We are proud to have such a talented group of players committed to Irish rugby,” said IRFU CEO, Kevin Potts. “We believe that these signings demonstrate our commitment to building a strong and competitive team for the 2027 World Cup and beyond.”
*Reaction:*
– Ireland head coach, Andy Farrell, has welcomed the news, stating that the signings are a “huge boost” for the team.
– Leinster Rugby CEO, Mick Dawson, has praised the IRFU for their work in securing the futures of the province’s top players.
– Munster Rugby CEO, Ian Flanagan, has expressed his delight at Peter O’Mahony’s new contract, stating that the flanker is “a true leader and a fantastic ambassador for Munster Rugby”.
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