Ben Marshall has left Leinster to join Connacht.
The 24-year-old forward is a graduate of the Leinster Academy.
He has played 20 times for Leinster since his debut in December 2010, last appearing in the Guinness PRO12 loss away to Ulster in April.
He also appeared as a substitute in the Champions Cup Semi-Final defeat to Toulon.
"I'd like to thank everyone involved in Leinster Rugby for my time here”, said Marshall.
“Ever since my debut in December 2010 against Ulster it's been a privilege to play for the club and my only regret is that I wasn't a bit more fortunate with injuries.
"However I've thoroughly enjoyed the experience and have had some highs as well to go along with the injury lows. Running out in the RDS Arena in front of the supporters was always a great buzz and even recently in Marseilles in the Champions Cup Semi-Final against Toulon despite the result not going our way, it is a great moment to look back on."
"The opportunity to join Connacht is one that I am very much looking forward to.
“I've had a number of conversations with Pat Lam and talking to a few of the former Leinster lads there already, I think I've a good sense for the place, what they're about and where they want to go. The ambition excites me and I can't wait to get started and to add to the mix.
Marshall is in the Irish squad to face the Barbarians tomorrow evening in Thomond Park.
