Oli Jager retires from rugby due to medical issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:56 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Oli Jager has announced his retirement from professional rugby at age 30 due to medical grounds. The Munster and Ireland prop joined Munster in 2023 after a successful stint with the Crusaders, where he won seven Super Rugby titles. Jager earned his sole Ireland cap during the 2024 Six Nations as a substitute against Wales. In his retirement announcement, he expressed gratitude for his ten years in the sport and emphasized the pride he takes in his experiences. Munster head coach Clayton McMillan praised Jager's contributions and status within the team.
- •Oli Jager retires at age 30 on medical grounds.
- •Played for Munster since 2023 after a successful career in New Zealand.
- •Earned one cap for Ireland in the 2024 Six Nations.
- •Jager expresses gratitude for his decade in rugby.
- •Munster head coach praises Jager's contributions to the team.
- 1:56 PMYahoo Sports — Munster prop Jager retires on medial ground
"Munster and Ireland prop Oli Jager has retired from rugby at the age of 30 on medical grounds.
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