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Ulster re-call Stewart Moore after just 19 days on loan in PREM

Stewart Moore of Newcastle Red Bulls scores a try during the PREM Rugby Cup match between Northampton Saints and Newcastle Red Bulls at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens on November 15, 2025 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)
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Ulster have recalled centre Stewart Moore after just 19 days after he was released on loan to Gallagher PREM strugglers Newcastle Red Bulls.

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Moore had scored a hat-trick against Northampton Saints on debut for the Red Bulls in the PREM Cup, but his time in England will be short-lived.

The Irish province have recalled him due to injuries in their backline, saying in a statement: “Due to recent injuries within our senior squad, we have activated the recall clause in the agreement to ensure appropriate cover in key positions. A squad update will be issued next week.”

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For their part, Newcastle Red Bulls statement reads: “Newcastle Red Bulls can confirm that on-loan centre Stewart Moore has been recalled by Ulster Rugby.

“Moore scored a hat-trick on his debut during last weekend’s PREM Rugby Cup victory at Northampton Saints, and had been due to start in today’s match at Saracens.

“He will now head back to resume training with Ulster Rugby with immediate effect.

“His place in the team for this afternoon’s match against Saracens is taken by Cameron Hutchison, with Junior Newton stepping up to the bench for what would be his Newcastle debut.”

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