Davidson to return to Ulster

Former British and Irish Lion Jeremy Davidson will return to Ulster as their forwards coach at the end of the season.

Davidson has spent the past two years in the same role at French club Castres.

Coach Matt Williams said: "Jeremy has already got some experience in coaching locally from his time as head coach at Dungannon and has gained considerable experience at Castres over the past two seasons.

"When the opportunity arose to bring him back to Belfast, it seemed like a natural fit in terms of what we're trying to achieve here by developing our own local coaches for the future benefit of both Ulster and Irish rugby".

Davidson will replace Steve Williams as forwards coach and Matt Williams thanked the Welshman for his contribution to the club.