Foley will be new leader of the pack

THE Munster pack will be answerable to Anthony Foley from next season following confirmation that the former captain will succeed departing forwards coach Laurie Fisher at the end of this campaign.

The 37-year old has been working closely with the forwards in recent months in his capacity as defence coach, which he has combined successfully with his ‘A’ team and U20 duties.

He has also assisted Eric Elwood with the Ireland Wolfhounds, but as of July 1, his sole focus will lie with the Munster forwards, a challenge which he is ready to embrace.