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Lions unfastened ahead Ruhan Straeuli has introduced his retirement from rugby on the age of 26 after struggling a career-ending neck damage.
Straeuli underwent surgical procedure in March nevertheless it was not sufficient to save lots of profession. The 6’4, 112kg back-rower confirmed the information in a press release launched by the Lions.
“Sadly, the enjoying chapter of my rugby profession has ended ahead of anticipated,” he stated. “I wish to thank everybody who has supported me in my profession. It has been an absolute privilege to have the ability to give my all for town of Joburg.”
Straeuli joined the Lions on trial in September 2020 and was named within the squad to face the Pumas in a pre-season pleasant at Ellis Park. He went on to make 47 appearances for the franchise, scoring eight tries throughout the Currie Cup (23 matches), United Rugby Championship (15), Problem Cup (6) and three friendlies.
Straeuli is the son of 1995 Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok Rudolf Straeuli; the Lions’ CEO. Earlier than becoming a member of the Johannesburg-based franchise, he represented Stellenbosch College within the Varsity Cup and performed schoolboy rugby at Glenwood Excessive and Menlopark. He featured for the Blue Bulls’ Below-18 Academy aspect.
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