Monday, March 30, 2009

Ulster sign Aussie flanker Horua

Tamaiti Horua
Tamaiti Horua will feature in Ulster's back row next season

Ulster have signed blindside flanker Tamaiti Horua from Super 14 side Western Forces in a two-year deal.

The 26-year-old, who was born in New Zealand and raised in Melbourne, will join Ulster in the summer.

Horua has won 42 Super 12/14 caps since making his professional debut with Australian side Brumbies in 2002.

Described as a "powerful forward with clever ball skills", Horua captained the Australian U21 side and has played for Australia A.

The versatile Horua can also play at number eight.

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