Mapusua to end London Irish stay

London Irish have announced the departure of their star centre Seilala Mapusua.

Wed, 19 Jan, 2011 - 08:08

London Irish have announced the departure of their star centre Seilala Mapusua.

The Samoan international will join Japanese league side Kubota Spears this summer, ending his five-year stint at Irish when the current campaign finishes.

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