The funeral of former Irish rugby player and coach Mick Doyle is taking place today in Kildare.

Former Irish international rugby coach Mick Doyle was driving to a business meeting when he was killed in a road crash, it emerged tonight.

The world of Irish and international rugby was today mourning the tragic death of one of its most colourful characters, Mick Doyle in a road accident in Co Tyrone.

Sports Minister John O'Donoghue has paid tribute to Irish rugby legend Mick Doyle who died tragically in a car crash this morning.

Former Irish international rugby coach Mick Doyle was killed in a road accident today.