Wednesday 18 February 2015 12:04, UK
Ireland flanker Peter O'Mahony has turned his back on a big-money move to France and signed a new deal with Munster.
The 25-year-old Munster captain, who made his debut for the province in 2010, has agreed a three-year extension to stay at Thomond Park until 2018.
I am delighted to have signed a new three year contract with Munster and the IRFU. Munster is my home province; the team I've grown up supporting and am honoured to both represent and captain.
He said: "I am delighted to have signed a new three-year contract with Munster and the IRFU. Munster is my home province; the team I've grown up supporting and am honoured to both represent and captain.
"I look forward to working hard with my team-mates, coaching staff and management to achieve continued success for both Munster and Ireland in the years ahead."
IRFU Performance Director David Nucifora added: "Peter's performances for Ireland over the past few seasons have been exceptional. The esteem in which he is held by Irish rugby is reflected in the fact that at the age of just 25 he has already captained his country and province.
"Leadership is just one of the many qualities he brings to Munster and Ireland and we are delighted that he has committed to Irish Rugby."
O'Mahony has accumulated 27 caps for his country since making his debut in 2012.
