Ireland skipper Ciara Griffin to retire from international rugby 

The 27-year-old Kerry woman said that it was "a decision I have not come to lightly"
Ireland skipper Ciara Griffin to retire from international rugby 

Ireland's Ciara Griffin celebrates after last week's victory against the USA. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Tue, 16 Nov, 2021 - 15:00
Colm O’Connor

Ireland captain Ciara Griffin will retire from international rugby following Saturday's Autumn Test against Japan at the RDS.

Griffin, who has captained Ireland since 2018, will win her 41st cap this weekend.

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