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Bok prop Steven Kitshoff to join Ulster

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Bok prop Steven Kitshoff to join Ulster

Bok prop Steven Kitshoff is set to join Ulster on a three-year deal after Rugby World Cup 2023. Rory Sutherland has already signed for the Irish province. Ulster head coach Dan McFarland is excited about the two new signings. He hopes to support the development of young players. The head of rugby operations at Ulster is keen on winning the championship. Ulster will announce further signings for next season soon. It is hoped that the new players will be able to play together with the current players from South Africa and Ireland.

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