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Postlethwaite And Wilson Sign New Contracts With Ulster

Young prop Scott Wilson is pictured celebrating following Ulster's recent BKT United Rugby Championship win over the Hollywoodbets Sharks in Durban ©INPHO/Steve Haag Sports/Darren Stewart

Ulster Rugby has confirmed that centre Jude Postlethwaite and prop Scott Wilson have signed new contracts with the province until 2029 and 2028 respectively.

The 23-year-old Postlethwaite continues to go from strength to strength in his development, scoring six tries in 18 appearances for the Ulster senior Men’s team in 2024/25, and showcasing his exciting ability in the midfield positions.

Wilson, also 23, has shown plenty of promise and potential since making his senior debut for Ulster against Munster in November 2023, impacting matches with his explosive ball-carrying.

The tighthead prop made 19 appearances for the Ulstermen across the 2024/25 campaign.

The two talents have been earmarked as players of national team interest, with call-ups to the Emerging Ireland tour to South Africa last year and the recent Ireland XV fixture against Spain.

Both players were members of the Ireland Under-20 Men’s squad which won the U-20 Six Nations Grand Slam under head coach Richie Murphy in 2022.

Commenting on today’s announcement, Postlethwaite said: “I am very pleased to sign with Ulster Rugby for the future. I’m really enjoying playing in this team and feel we are starting to show signs of a really exciting team going forward.

“It’s something that I’m excited to be a part of. There is strong competition in the squad, which will only make me a better player.”

Wilson added: “It’s always a huge honour to pull on the Ulster jersey, and I’m absolutely delighted to commit my future here for the next few years.

“Ulster is a special club with incredible supporters, and I’m excited to keep developing my game under the coaching team.

“I want to continue pushing for selection, challenge myself to improve in every area, and contribute as much as I can to the team’s success.”

Speaking about the province’s latest contract extensions, Ulster head coach Richie Murphy stated: “Jude is an exciting young centre with a plenty of potential and room for growth. His ability to play both 12 and 13 showcases his versatility.

“He is a very strong, athletic ball carrier with a good offloading game, making him one to keep an eye on going forward.

“Scottie is a dynamic young prop and with time and application, can develop into a top-class tighthead prop. He has great ball-carrying skills and the ability to do things other props struggle to do.

“We are excited to work with these lads and to see how they grow over the coming seasons.”