Whitaker warming to the task in new Leinster backroom role

THERE were some conflicting emotions swirling around Chris Whitaker’s head last Saturday night as he watched Leinster take Munster apart at the RDS.

In his heart of hearts, he still knew that he had made the right decision in calling time on his playing career during the summer but this was Munster. In front of a full house. And Leinster were cutting loose.

“I’m happy with the decision,” said the former scrum-half, “Last week was the first time I thought ‘I’d love to be still playing’ but I think I was realistic (retiring). My body wasn’t up to it.