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GETTING TO KNOW: JEAN DEYSEL

Affectionately nicknamed ‘Big Red’ by the squad, Deysel has quickly settled into life in Belfast and he is looking forward to getting stuck in and making a success of his move to Ulster…

I had heard great things about the club from guys back home so Ulster was always on my radar. I then made the move to Munster for three months and that gave me the opportunity to acclimatise to Irish rugby. I was ready for a new adventure so when the opportunity came up to move to Ulster it was one that I relished and my family and I can’t wait to get stuck into life here. I am really happy to be a part of the squad here, especially with old friends like Wiehahn and Marcell and I am looking forward to making new friends as well. The people, the rugby, Ireland in general has exceeded my expectations. I hope to build on my skills here and make as big an impact as possible. I am a physical player and like to carry

the ball so the new PRO14 and the Champions Cup should be a great challenge. I have high hopes for the squad this year. Pre- season has gone well, Les and the coaching staff have a lot of exciting plans for this season and I’m delighted to be involved and looking forward to getting time on the park. So far, I can only say good things about Kingspan Stadium and the facilities; and also the city of Belfast. We have settled in well and it’s quickly feeling like home. I had the opportunity to meet some fans on Monday night, which was a pleasure and I can’t wait to experience the crowd in a packed-out stadium on match nights! Welcome Jean - here’s to a great season!

JEAN DEYSEL

DOB 05.03.1985 BIRTHPLACE Virginia, South Africa HEIGHT 191cm WEIGHT 118kg POSITION Back Row INTERNATIONAL CAPS South Africa (4 caps) TWITTER @jeandeysel JEAN DEYSEL

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