O’Shea gets top Exiles’ job

FORMER Irish international Conor O’Shea has been appointed managing director of London Irish.

He replaces Richard Sanderson who is leaving early in the New Year to pursue other business interests. Conor will continue to be directly responsible for rugby affairs with head coach Brendan Venter reporting to him.

John Conlan, joint chairman of London Irish, said: “My board colleagues and I are delighted to announce Conor’s appointment.