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Irish Rugby: IRFU to cease men's sevens programme because of financial constraints

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Ireland 's men's sevens team to be cut at the end of the 2024-25 season .

The Irish Rugby Football Union says the move is "part of a broader strategic effort to ensure long-term financial sustainability" The women's programme, however, is unaffected and will remain a "key development pathway" for the women's XVs game.

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