Alby Mathewson was brought to Munster to lend a hand and the former All Black would dearly love to see the job through to what he hopes will be a not-so-bitter end.

Munster could be plunged into yet another scrum-half injury crisis ahead of their tough Heineken Champions Cup trip to Exeter Chiefs next weekend after Johann van Graan admitted he was worried about the fitness of All Black Alby Mathewson.

Munster have confirmed the signing of New Zealand scrum-half Alby Mathewson.