Ulster Rugby: O'Connor and Warwick's Departure and More

Alan O'Connor and Andy Warwick among several leaving Ulster Rugby at season's end.

Alan O'Connor and Andy Warwick are among eight players set to depart Ulster Rugby at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season. Both have been significant contributors, with O'Connor joining in 2012 and Warwick debuting in 2014. Alongside them, others like John Cooney, Kieran Treadwell, and more are also leaving.

Ulster's general manager Bryn Cunningham praised their commitment and role-model status.

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