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Ulster youngsters Izuchukwu and Stewart extend deals

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Ulster youngsters Izuchukwu and Stewart extend deals

Ulster forwards Cormac Izuchukwu and Tom Stewart have signed contract extensions with the province until 2026. Izucukwwu came through the Ulster academy. Stewart played for Emerging Ireland during the three-match tour of South Africa. The hooker scored a try on his first senior start against Connacht. Ulster are second in the BKT United Rugby Championship with five wins from six matches. They return to action against Zebre Parma on 25 November.

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