Ciaran Frawley signs with Connacht

Connacht Rugby are delighted to announce the signing of Irish international Ciarán Frawley from Leinster Rugby on a two-year deal, ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Frawley joins Connacht with a wealth of experience at the very highest level. Since making his Leinster debut in February 2018 he has scored over 300 points in over 100 appearances for the province. In that time he has become a mainstay in the Leinster squad, helping them to five PRO12/URC titles while he was also selected in the matchday 23 for three EPCR Champions Cup finals.

On the international stage, the 28-year old made his senior Ireland debut against Italy in August 2023, coming off the bench during their Summer Nations Series meeting. That was the first of 9 caps for his country, which includes a career highlight in South Africa when he scored two late drop goals in the second Test in Durban, securing a draw in the two-match Series.

Ciaran Frawley says:

’I’m really excited to have the opportunity to represent Connacht on and off the field from next season. On my visits to the province with Leinster I’ve always been struck by the passion of the supporters there, and the positive brand of rugby the team play. Now with the HPC and redeveloped Dexcom Stadium, it’s a hugely exciting time to be joining the club. I can’t wait to link up with Stuart again, meet all my new teammates and the wider staff next summer, and help the club bring success to the province in the years ahead.

I’ve loved my time at Leinster and I’m really appreciative for all the support from the fans, coaches and teammates over the last 7 years. There’s still a lot of work to do and I’m looking forward to finishing the season strongly before the move to Galway in the summer.”

Head coach Stuart Lancaster says:

“Ciaran’s arrival next season is a real statement of intent by the club. I know him well from my time 

in Leinster and I saw him grow from an Academy prospect into a key member of the senior squad and play for Ireland also. He’s still only 28 so I firmly believe his best days are still ahead of him, and I’m delighted that the club have been able to secure a player of his calibre. He will be a big asset in the years ahead and personally I am really excited about working with him again.”