Seán O’Brien Signs New Contract

February 10, 2025
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Ultimate Rugby

Munster Rugby and the IRFU are pleased to announce a two-year contract extension for Seán O’Brien.

The 26-year-old, who can play in the centre and on the wing, has been an excellent addition to the squad since joining in 2023.

Now in his second season at Munster, O’Brien has scored six tries in 24 appearances since joining from Exeter Chiefs after playing a key role in their progression to the Champions Cup semi-final in 2022/23.

The Westmeath native is a former Ireland U20 international and was a member of the Connacht Rugby Academy before moving to Exeter for two years in 2021.

He enjoyed an excellent debut campaign for Munster last season, scoring five tries in 20 appearances on the wing and in midfield.

His strong form earned a call-up to the Emerging Ireland squad for their tour to South Africa at the start of this campaign.

He made four appearances for Munster this season before a leg injury ruled him out for the past few months.

O’Brien returns to team training this week ahead of Saturday’s URC clash against Scarlets at Thomond Park (5.15pm).

The new deal keeps him at Munster until at least 2027.

Fixtures

URC Round 11: Saturday, February 15

Munster v Scarlets, Thomond Park, 5.15pm

URC Round 12: Friday, February 28

Munster v Edinburgh, Virgin Media Park, 7.35pm

URC Round 15: Saturday, April 19

Munster v Bulls, Thomond Park, 5.15pm