Conor Murray 'cannot wait' for his new book Cloud Nine to hit bookshelves

LIMERICK rugby hero Conor Murray has revealed his new book will be titled Cloud Nine - My Life In Rugby. 

Set to be released on September 11, Murray’s autobiography will be written with Tommy Conlon, a sportswriter for the Sunday Independent and the author of numerous sport books including the award winning Keith Earls: Fight or Flight. 

Reach Sport have acquired the rights to publish the story of a true great of Irish and Munster rugby. Reach Sport will once again be working in partnership with leading publishing agency Gill Hess Ltd.

Patrickswell man Conor Murray has more than earned his place in the pantheon of Irish rugby gods through his longevity, impact and silverware won.

“I cannot wait for fans – and readers – to discover everything there is to know about what wearing the No 9 jersey has meant to me, how the journey has gone so far – and what comes next," said Murray of the forthcoming publication.

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Both at Thomond Park and on the international stage, Murray has stood out even whilst surrounded by other Ireland and Munster names who will themselves go down in history. 

As a Munster player, Murray has two United Rugby Championship titles to his name and his performances since his debut in 2010 saw Murray also selected in the World Rugby Men’s 15 Team of the Decade, 2010-2019. 

First capped for his country all the way back in 2011 with his debut showing against France, the Munster scrum-half has also been at the heart of Ireland’s astonishing success in the years since. 

With five Six Nations titles including two Grand Slams and well over 100 caps for Ireland - as well as being a three-time tourist with the British & Irish Lions amassing eight test caps along the way - Murray has seen it all, played them all, fought back from injury, enjoying huge victories and suffering devastating losses.

Murray said: "Playing rugby at the highest level has been the focus of my life for as long as I can remember. I have enjoyed many truly amazing and humbling moments, suffered my share of struggles but also had a career I can always be proud of. All the while, having my family and loved ones on this journey with me through the highs and lows has been very special.

"I have made friends for life with so many shared experiences that I’ll cherish."