Robbie Henshaw has signed a brand new two-year take care of Six Nations champions Eire and membership aspect Leinster, the IRFU introduced on Monday.
Henshaw, 31, is one among 5 gamers, alongside Conor Murray, Cian Healy, Iain Henderson and Peter O’Mahony, to have received the Six Nations with Eire on 5 events.
Since making his debut towards USA in 2013, Henshaw has received 77 Check caps for Eire and scored 10 tries. He has additionally made 95 appearances for Leinster and scored 100 factors.
“It’s a nice increase to safe my long-term future with the IRFU and I’m delighted to get this deal concluded forward of a busy interval,” Henshaw mentioned of his deal which now runs till the 2027-28 season. “It’s a large privilege to play rugby in Eire as a result of we’re so effectively sorted, from teaching, services, sports activities science and participant administration views.
“It is also an extremely aggressive place to play rugby, and, though we have now loved some success in recent times, there may be nice starvation inside Irish Rugby to proceed driving ahead. I consider that my finest days are to return and I’m excited to proceed my journey right here in Eire.”
David Humphreys, the IRFU efficiency director, added: “Since breaking into the senior worldwide squad 11 years in the past, Robbie has been a constant presence in one of the vital competitors areas of the Irish backline.
“Robbie is a consummate skilled and a well-liked determine who continues to set the bar excessive. His performances throughout the latest Autumn Nations Collection recommend that there’s much more to return and I’m delighted that he’ll proceed his taking part in profession right here in Eire and with Leinster.”
