Connacht prop Finlay Bealham has agreed a two-year contract extension which will see him remain with the province until the end of the 2025/26 season.Bealham, who has made 189 appearances for Connacht since making his professional debut in 2014, has also racked up 36 international caps and featured in four of Ireland's five Rugby World Cup encounters.The 32-year old said of the deal: "It's been a huge privilege representing Connacht and Ireland, so I’m delighted to be extending my contract with the province."Playing for my club and country is something I’ll never take for granted, and representing Ireland at the World Cup in front of our incredible fans was one of the proudest moments of my career."Connacht has been my home for 12 years now and I love it here.
We’ve had great days in the past and I’m sure there are more great days to come."I can’t wait to get back playing with the club, and I’m more motivated than ever to help bring success to the province and national team in the years ahead."Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins was delighted to tie the Canberra-born player to a new contract, and said: "Finlay’s contract extension is another brilliant bit of news for the club.
Quality tightheads props are vital in the modern game and with Finlay Connacht have a world-class operator in his position."He’s someone who keeps going from strength to strength and he’s proven his importance both to us and in the Ireland set-up."He’s also a brilliant guy and really popular in the dressing room, so his commitment to Connacht for another few years is great for everyone concerned."