The 36-year-old is hanging his boots up after a brilliant career.
KEITH EARLS HAS confirmed that he will retire from professional rugby with Ireland and Munster with immediate effect at the age of 36.
With Munster, Earls was part of three URC/Celtic League successes and was also in the side that won the 2008 Heineken Cup. Earls toured with the British and Irish Lions in 2009. “To all the coaches, teachers and volunteers who encouraged and guided me in Thomond, Garryowen and Young Munster and at school in St. Munchin’s College, I am indebted to you for your friendship and support over the years. Playing for Munster has given me some of the greatest days of my life. The victories, the heartaches, the camaraderie and the friendships with so many players, coaches and support staff over the years has positively impacted my life more than you will ever know.
“When I was young I never imagined I would get to represent my country once, never mind 101 times. Playing for Ireland meant the world to me and it has been an honour to pull on the jersey and represent our great nation.
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