CJ Stander commits to Munster until June 2018

CJ Stander has committed to Munster until June 2018.

Since joining the province in October 2012 the South African has made 69 appearances and scored 22 tries. The former South African U20 star was named the Munster rugby player of the year in April — the first overseas player to be awarded the accolade.

Head coach Anthony Foley said: “Getting this news at this stage of the seasons is a great boost for the squad. In securing the services of CJ for a further two years we are holding on to a key player within our group, one that gives everything to the jersey each week.