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Jerry Flannery announces retirement

Jerry Flannery announces retirement
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Ireland and Munster hooker announces his retirement from rugby because of calf and back injuries.

Ireland and Munster hooker Jerry Flannery has confirmed his retirement from all forms of rugby.

The 33-year-old has missed large parts of the last two seasons with a combination of calf and back injuries.

Having sought medical advice, Flannery was advised to hang up his boots for the good of his body.

"Since my injury in the World Cup, I've struggled to regain the fitness needed to play at this level," he said. "I'm very sad to have to announce my immediate retirement from rugby due to injury.

"I feel incredibly privileged to have played with so many great players with Munster and with Ireland.

"To train hard and win trophies for Munster and Ireland alongside some of my best friends has been an amazing experience."

Flannery made 41 appearances for Ireland.

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