Ella to take over as Leinster coach

GARY ELLA, one of the three famous aboriginal brothers to have played for Australia, is expected to be named as Leinster coach today.

The 42-year-old, who has been assistant coach to Bob Dwyer at the New South Wales Waratahs for the past three seasons, has agreed terms with Leinster and is expected to sign a contract today.

The province are understandably reticent about confirming Ella in the post after the embarrassment caused last week when Jon Callard was announced as the successor to Matt Williams and then turned down the job.