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McCloskey signs one-year Ulster contract extension

BBC Sport · Jun 22, 2026, 12:45 PM · Also reported by 3 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Inpho Image caption, Stuart Mc Closkey has been a pivotal figure for Ulster for many years
  • Ireland centre Stuart Mc Closkey has agreed a one-year contract extension with Ulster, which will keep him at the province until the end of the 2027-28 season.
  • The 33-year-old enjoyed a standout 2025-26 season as his dominant midfield performances helped Ireland achieve the Triple Crown in this year's Six Nations.

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Inpho Image caption, Stuart Mc Closkey has been a pivotal figure for Ulster for many years

Ireland centre Stuart Mc Closkey has agreed a one-year contract extension with Ulster, which will keep him at the province until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The 33-year-old enjoyed a standout 2025-26 season as his dominant midfield performances helped Ireland achieve the Triple Crown in this year's Six Nations.

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