Ryan aims for perfect end to dream week

Donnacha Ryan had another reason to celebrate last night after signing a new IRFU contract to stay with Munster for two more seasons.

Ryan, 28, Ireland’s man of the match against Scotland last Saturday and nominated on the shortlist yesterday for the RBS 6 Nations player of the championship, ended speculation linking him with a move to Leinster by penning a deal which will keep the lock in his home province until the end of 2013-14.

Without referencing his new contract, the Tipperary native had spoken yesterday about Munster being his preferred choice, having returned from the World Cup to enjoy five starts and a substitute’s appearance in the six Heineken Cup pool games.