Winners of the previous 6 Nations tournament, Ireland included their club showcase Leinster in the Champions Cup final for the third consecutive year. If Celtic rugby isn't winning the titles it craves, we might as well tell you it's doing well.

And duringA major reform of its provincial funding model is underway, with clubs aiming to strengthen themselves to remain competitive at all times.

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So, when Ulster lose fly-half Burns to Munster this summer, the Northern Irish province have finally found a replacement for him. She found it not internally, but in… New Zealand. Aaron Cruden, once mentioned, is ultimately not an international star but a very promising player.

Young Aidan Morgan (22yrs, 1m72, 82kg) has definitely signed up for Belfast, from the Hurricanes. The former King's College man is a relatively unknown figure in Super Rugby, having made 23 appearances in the premier southern competition. But about thirty and an NPC title.

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This season, this professional fly-half (but who can also play full-back) has only played 3 matches so far. But with the Canes currently ranked 2nd in Super Rugby, he could do well in the final stages before leaving.

A recruit with an idea in mind, as Morgan qualified for Ireland thanks to his Belfast-born grandfather. He is an interesting player with active support and great individual technique. But also a regular scorer who should be a No 10 at Ulster from next academic year.
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