Connacht confirms departures ahead of 2025 season

Connacht Rugby has officially announced a series of player departures as the club prepares for the upcoming 2025 season.

This marks a significant transition period for the team, with several long-serving and influential players set to leave.

Notable Departures

JJ Hanrahan: The experienced fly-half will be joining Munster ahead of the new season.

Andrew Smith: The winger is also set to make the move to Munster.

Adam McBurney: The hooker was granted an early release from his contract during the season to pursue opportunities elsewhere.

John Porch: The versatile back was also released early to take up a new playing opportunity.

Santiago Cordero: The Argentine international joined Connacht in 2023 and made 20 appearances after recovering from a knee injury.

Conor Oliver: Since joining in 2020, the flanker has made 95 appearances and scored 10 tries.

Piers O’Conor: After 17 caps and 3 tries since signing from Bristol last year, O’Conor has accepted a playing opportunity elsewhere.

Connacht Rugby extends its gratitude to all departing players for their contributions to the club and the province.