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Here's the sculpture that Ulster had commissioned for their new home

Really ties the stadium together.

HERE’S THE NEWEST addition to the new Ravenhill Stadium, a sculpture depicting 16 figures from all grades in rugby working together to achieve a goal.

The abstract piece was created by Sara Cunningham-Bell and is made from high strength low alloy and stainless steel.

pe_00493533 Cunnigham poses with her creation, Iain Henderson and Dan Tuohy.

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The ball at the top of the five-metre tall line-out depiction is made from mirror-finished steel and will reflect the light from LEDs embedded in the ground.

pe_00493537 They're even bigger than Hendo.

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The above line-out is merely the centrepiece of the sculptures which span 90 metres behind the Premium Stand on the east side of the rebranded Kingspan Stadium.

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“The new sculpture is absolutely magnificent and incorporates all the values that Ulster Rugby holds dear – namely inclusivity, teamwork and sporting excellence,” says John Kinnear, president of the IRFU Ulster branch.

“I have no doubt that this sculpture will be enjoyed by generations of Ulster Rugby fans to come and it is another fantastic addition to our already world-class stadium.”

A statement released after the artwork was unveiled this afternoon encourage supporters to get up close and personal with the sculptures. So, selfie away, Ulster and Leinster fans.

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    Mute Chris Mc
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    Nov 9th 2018, 7:27 AM

    The’ll look forward to the game from the stands. Haha I love it.

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    Nov 9th 2018, 8:02 AM

    @Chris Mc: you’d well believe it too

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    Mute Mike
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    Nov 9th 2018, 4:36 PM

    Interesting point made by Schmidt about Madigan. It proves that Carbery had no other option than to move. Schmidt wasn’t letting the same thing happen in 2019 if/when Sexton gets injured.

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    Nov 9th 2018, 8:39 AM

    Does the name on his training vest give a clue to his future

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