Canterbury tighthead signs for Munster

Rugby: Canterbury Crusaders tighthead prop Peter Borlase has signed for Munster on a two-year deal and will join Tony McGahan…

Rugby:Canterbury Crusaders tighthead prop Peter Borlase has signed for Munster on a two-year deal and will join Tony McGahan's squad when the New Zealand National Provincial Championship concludes.

The 25-year-old Super 14 player offers options up front as he can play tighthead and loosehead.

His move is subject to “normal release procedures” from Canterbury and the New Zealand Rugby Football Union (NZRFU).

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