Former Connacht, Munster and Ireland Under 20 rugby player Rory Burke has died at the age of 30.
Having also represented Cork Constitution and Nottingham, Rory made his competitive debut for Munster against Treviso in 2017.
He joined Connacht from Nottingham where he made 30 appearances in two years, and also played Under 20 for Ireland in 2014.
Connacht rugby have released the following statement on his passing:
“Everyone at Connacht Rugby is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of former player Rory Burke, aged just 30 years old.
“Burke was a member of our professional squad for the 2019/20 season, and a popular member of the dressing room amongst players and management alike.
“A powerful loosehead prop, he joined the club from Nottingham where he made 30 appearances over 2 years having previously come through the ranks at Cork Constitution and Munster Rugby.
“He was also capped by Ireland at Under 20 level in 2014.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife Sarah, parents Paul and Karen, and all his friends and family fortunate enough to have known him.”
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