Confirmed: Johann van Graan is the new Munster head coach

“Some of the words I associate with Munster Rugby are passion, excellence, ambition and integrity, and I feel very fortunate to be handed this opportunity.”

Johann Van Graan has been confirmed as Munster's new boss, following an announcement from South Africa Rugby, writes Simon Lewis.

The 37-year-old will leave his post as Springboks forwards coach after being released from his contract following the conclusion of this summer's Rugby Championship, which ended last weekend.