CJ Stander getting tasked with the sole responsibility, there, of lifting a 107kg player into the hair to duel with a 102kg player flying towards him to tangle for possession. That victory was the 50th cap for the back row forward having originally made the move to these shores from his native South Africa in 2012. International. Advertisement Before he did go for that scan, Stander caught up with his wife, Jean Marie, and his brother in law, Ryk Neethling. With Ireland's flanker set to play against England on Saturday, we take a look at the South African's beau. South Africa-born back row Stander, who turns 31 early next month, announced on Tuesday morning that he will call time on his career at the end of the season due to family reasons. The 31-year old made his decision public on Tuesday morning, having told his international teammates the night before.. O'Mahony and Stander have almost a combined 300 Munster appearances to their name, while on the international stage started every game together in Ireland's … Johnny Sexton admits to being stunned by CJ Stander’s decision to retire and hopes Ireland can provide a fitting send-off with victory over England. Hoping its not too serious! CJ Stander and Munster… CJ STANDER WILL continue his rehabilitation from a cheek injury with the Munster squad this week, while Joey Carbery will remain under the supervision of Ireland team medics. Peter O'Mahony admits the Ireland squad were taken aback when CJ Stander informed them of his decision to retire. Although CJ Stander first came to the realisation that the end of this season marked an opportune moment to retire from professional rugby last December, and … Christiaan Johan Stander (born 5 April 1990) is a South Africa-born rugby union player, who represents Ireland after qualifying through residency. CJ Stander wants to return to his native South Africa to be with his family. Ireland & Munster Rugby Player and Tackle Your Feelings ambassador, CJ Stander is encouraging people to rally around their loved ones and support one another, especially as we must now stay at home once again, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. CJ Stander. "Beyond that there are physical and emotional bruises there for sure." “CJ Stander has a facial injury that could rule him out for up to four weeks,” read the IRFU statement. CJ Stander captains Munster as Chris Farrell returns from injury lay-off. Jean-Marie Stander: Meet the wife of Ireland's newest star CJ Stander. CJ Stander captains the side as he had done in Munster’s 2015 loss to the westerners at Thomond Park. Club Rugby. Update on Injury! First launched by Rugby Players Ireland in 2016 and funded by Zurich & the […] He is in for a scan now, will have more information within the next 2hours. IRELAND back row star CJ Stander has announced his shock retirement from rugby at the end of the season. Exeter make disappointing start to Champions Cup in draw with Munster. Ireland’s CJ Stander is doubtful to feature in the rest of the Six Nations after playing on with fractures in his cheek and eye socket. "CJ Stander, we think has a facial injury, he's gone for a scan." CJ Stander – Munster. The 31-year-old completed the full 80 minutes during Ireland's win against Scotland in the Six Nations on Sunday. "CJ Stander has a facial injury that could rule him out for up to four weeks," read the IRFU statement. The 30-year-old South Africa native says he … Ireland hopes No 8 CJ Stander will be available to return for the last two rounds of the Six Nations after suffering multiple facial fractures in the test against England. View this post on Instagram. Ireland and Munster star CJ Stander has made the surprise announcement that he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the season. Rumours: CJ Stander linked with Bordeaux Ian Cameron. CJ Stander, the Ireland and Munster back row, has surprisingly announced he will retire from rugby at the end of the season. CJ injured his hip & lower back in the last seconds of the SuperRugby match against the Highlanders. Peter O'Mahony admits the Ireland squad were taken aback when CJ Stander informed them of his decision to retire. Devin Toner rolled his ankle, just taking a kick-off. New floats for mussel farms to be trialled ... Crusaders hit with injury concern after Will Jordan's withdrawal from Highlanders clash Photograph: Paul Devlin/Sportsfile/Getty Images. 28/01/2021. Peter O'Mahony admits the Ireland squad were taken aback when CJ Stander informed them of his decision to retire. CJ Stander will miss Ireland's Six Nations clashes with Scotland and Italy but is expected to be back for the final two rounds against France and Wales. 'CJ Stander has a facial injury that could rule him out for up to four weeks,' read the IRFU statement. He can play either as a flanker or number 8.He played for Blue Bulls in the Currie Cup between 2010 and 2012 and for the Bulls in Super Rugby in 2012. Ireland will be without CJ Stander for its Six Nations matches against Scotland and Italy due to a facial injury. Ireland count cost of England defeat as Stander suffers facial injury. "CJ Stander has a facial injury that could rule him out for up to four weeks," read the IRFU statement. A post shared by CJ Stander (@cjstander) ... Barcelona injury, suspension list vs. Real Sociedad 3 Arsenal vs. Olympiacos - … He moved to Irish province Munster in 2012 and made his debut for Ireland in 2016. “CJ Stander has a facial injury that could rule him out for up to four weeks,” read the IRFU statement. "CJ Stander we think has a facial injury and has gone for a scan. Ireland have two main injury concerns after a disappointing defeat against England. Ireland and Munster star CJ Stander announces shock... thesun.co.uk - Shane O'Mahony • 14h. The Munster team to face Connacht at Thomond Park on Saturday night has been named by Head Coach Johann van Graan. Ireland number eight CJ Stander is a doubt for the rest of the Six Nations after suffering a facial injury in Saturday's 32-20 defeat by England in Dublin. In the case of CJ Stander, it looks like it was certainly a significant blow. Ireland and Munster back-row CJ Stander has announced he will retire from all forms of rugby at the end of the season.