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Is the Ulster back row with farmer's strength Ireland's next big star?

Ulster forward Michael McNabney has opened up about his unusual journey to the national rugby setup, which began with a childhood dedicated to competitive horse riding rather than watching the sport. After being forced to choose between equestrian pursuits and adding physical bulk at age sixteen, the imposing back row committed fully to rugby and eventually secured junior Grand Slam titles before overcoming a major anterior cruciate ligament setback.

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