Singh takes on Ireland role

Ireland’s bid for revenge over England for defeat in their three-match series a fortnight ago has seen them turn to former Great Britain international Soma Singh to become their assistant coach.

Singh, who played at the Atlanta Olympics and also represented England in the 1990 and 1994 World Cups, will join the Irish for their return three-leg series against the English this weekend and will help coach John Clarke prepare for the European Nations Cup in September.