Jordi Murphy says there is "still a bit of rugby to be played" as he announced his retirement from the game at the end of the current season.
The Ulster backrower post an emotional message on his Instagram page announcing his decision to hang up his boots at the end of the campaign.
The 31-year -old, who played over 100 games for Leinster as well, said he felt the "time was right" to call it a day and that he was looking forward to the next chapter with his family.
