David Humphreys will fulfil 'lifetime ambition' when taking over as IRFU Performance Director

"I was fortunate to have a wonderful playing career with Ireland and I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to play a part in another chapter of Irish Rugby's history," said Humphreys.

LIFETIME AMBITION: David Humphreys who is set to succeed David Nucifora as IRFU performance director. Photo credit: David Davies/PA Wire.

The Irish Rugby Football Union’s announcement that David Humphreys will succeed David Nucifora as their Performance Director next summer brings a sporting career full circle.

Ulster’s record points scorer, Heineken Cup winner and 72-cap Ireland fly-half has now been handed stewardship of his nation’s high-performance systems from top to bottom.