Man for all seasons Kidney key to autumn success

FORMER Irish international Conor O’Shea believes coach Declan Kidney is the key to Irish success in the autumn’s internationals.

“Declan (Kidney) is a walking, talking example of how to manage oneself because he is very secure in the team he has built around him. Everyone knows who’s the boss.

“Ask me about front-row forward play – I haven’t a clue what goes on there, and some front rows don’t. Maybe Declan is the same but he’ll hire the best guy to do that job and then he’ll let him get on with his job.