IRFU contracted international player Jack McGrath has decided to switch from Leinster to Ulster from the start of next season.
Explaining the move, the 29-year-old said: "This was a difficult decision but one I believe will put me in the best position to continue to perform at the top end of the game.
"I have enjoyed a huge amount of success at Leinster but I feel that looking beyond the World Cup to the next phase of my career I will benefit from the opportunity within the Ulster environment.
"I am now fully fit after a disrupted start to the season and am looking forward to putting all my energy into helping Leinster’s drive to defend the European and PRO14 titles and finishing this season on a high."
Confirmed | @jackmc100 will be an Ulster player next season!
— Ulster Rugby (@UlsterRugby) April 2, 2019
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McGrath made his debut for Leinster in 2010 and has made over 140 appearances for the province helping them to three Heineken Cups, an Amlin Challenge Cup, a Guinness PRO14 title and two PRO12 titles.
He holds 54 Ireland caps and featured in all three Tests on the 2017 British and Irish Lions Tour of New Zealand.
David Nucifora, IRFU Performance Director, commented, "Jack has made a very tough decision which he believes will advance his case for selection for Ireland. You have to respect a player with such ambition.
"Leinster is a fantastic environment but it is testament to the work that all four provinces are doing that players are seeking opportunities within Ireland to advance their international careers."
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