Afoa to quit Ulster for Premiership

Ulster have been rocked by the news New Zealand prop John Afoa will leave the province at the end of the season after signing a long-term deal with an Aviva Premiership club.

The tighthead prop, 30, joined Ulster two years ago and quickly became a crowd favourite.

“It is good to have my long term future sorted out. However, I still have a lot of rugby to play with Ulster,” Afoa said. “I have six months remaining on my contract with the province and I am focused on helping the guys win something this season. When I finish my career, I will reflect on my time at Ravenhill with pride.”