Kieran Keane wants perfect farewell for ‘revered’ Connnacht man John Muldoon

Connacht coach Kieran Keane wants to ensure John Muldoon retires on a high at the end of this season.

And while he said Muldoon’s successor as captain may come from within the squad, Keane revealed a replacement No. 8 may be announced by the end of the month. Muldoon, who has played 319 games for Connacht since his debut in 2003, has been linked with joining Pat Lam at Bristol in a coaching capacity, but Keane said nothing has been finalised.

“There are a number of options ahead for him. I certainly wouldn’t be saying anything — it would be up to him (to announce his plans).