Keenan signs two-year extension with Leinster

Hugo Keenan will remain with Leinster until the end of the 2027/28 season having signed a two-year extension with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU).

The 29-year-old, who has won 46 caps since making his international debut in October 2020, scored the series-clinching try for the British and Irish Lions against Australia last summer.

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Keenan has also made 81 appearances for Leinster since his debut against Zebre in November 2016, helping the club win five URC titles.

"Hugo is a top-class performer and I am really pleased that he is continuing his journey in Ireland," said Ireland head coach, Andy Farrell.

"He has been a model of consistency since his debut in 2020 and I believe that the best is yet to come as he continues to set the highest standards on and off the field of play."

IRFU Performance Director David Humphreys expressed his delight the Dubliner has committed his future to Ireland.

"Hugo has established himself as one of the leading full-backs in the world game and we are excited that he has committed his future to Irish Rugby," Humphreys said.

"A talented and committed athlete, Hugo has proven himself consistently for club and country for many years and I have no doubt that he will continue to progress in the seasons to come."

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