Matthew Dalton rejoined his boyhood province during the 2024/25 season, after a spell away that saw him play in England and France. The athletic lock was a standout player for Belfast Royal Academy in his schooldays and progressed into the Ulster Rugby Academy. He made his Senior debut in in 2017 and remained part of the squad until 2019. After a stint with Newcastle Falcons, Dalton played for French side Soyaux Angouleme before returning to Ulster for a successful trial.