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Ulster's Eli Snyman looks to strengthen team ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:11 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Ulster's Eli Snyman looks to strengthen team ahead of new season
Summary

Eli Snyman, a new signing for Ulster, expressed enthusiasm about joining the team ahead of the United Rugby Championship. The 30-year-old, who moved from Benetton, aims to bolster the second row alongside players like Iain Henderson and Harry Sheridan. Snyman remarked on the club's pride and the potential of its young players, noting, "the future is certainly looking good for Ulster." The team looks to bounce back from a disappointing previous season, failing to qualify for the Champions Cup and losing in the Challenge Cup final. Ulster's campaign begins on September 25 when they host Edinburgh.

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  • •Eli Snyman joins Ulster from Italian side Benetton.
  • •He signed a two-year deal as the first signing of general manager Rory Best.
  • •Ulster's season starts on September 25 against Edinburgh.
  • •The team is aiming to improve after last season's challenges.
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  • 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — 'Future is looking good for Ulster' -Snyman
What they're saying
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Ulster's new signing Eli Snyman says the chance to join Richie Murphy's side was "an opportunity I could not say no to."

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