CJ Stander signs new three-year deal

Munster and Ireland international No.8 CJ Stander has signed a three year IRFU contract to remain at Munster until June 2021.

The 27-year-old made his debut for Munster against the Scarlets in November 2012 and has won 105 caps for his province scoring 32 tries.

IRFU Director of High Performance, David Nucifora, commented, "CJ has made a huge contribution to both Munster and Irish Rugby.  It has not been an easy or straight-forward road but he has shown great determination and commitment in both red and green and continues to perform at a very high level week in and week out.”
 

Stander has won 18 caps for Ireland and has played a key role in a number of stand-out victories during his time to date in the green jersey including wins over New Zealand, South Africa, Australia and England.
 
He was selected for the 2017 British & Irish Lions squad featuring against the Blues, Crusaders, Highlanders, Chiefs, Hurricanes and New Zealand in the decisive third Test.
 

CJ Stander commented, "Following a lot of speculation and unfounded articles in the media, I am delighted to announce that I have signed a new three year contract with the IRFU through to 2021.
 
My intention was always to stay with Munster and Ireland throughout this process having settled well in Limerick with my wife and within the Munster family.
 
The coaching setup, ethos and work ethic within both camps is tremendous and I'm very excited at the prospect of playing my part in achieving great things through hard work and determination with both squads..."