Ireland’s Stander shocks with plan to retire at end of season
Flanker announces return home to SA saying a rugby exit at the peak of his career was always part of his vision
16 March 2021 - 20:21
Ireland’s SA-born flanker CJ Stander on Tuesday surprised by announcing he would retire from all forms of rugby at the end of the season, just days after winning his 50th international cap.
Stander, 30, made his Ireland debut against Wales five years ago and won his 50th cap in Sunday’s 27-24 Six Nations victory against Scotland. He was part of the side that won the Six Nations title in 2018...
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