Simon Easterby to become interim Ireland Head Coach in December

The experienced coach will take over from current boss Andy Farrell, who will take charge of the British and Irish Lions Tour to Australia in 2025.

INTERIM HEAD COACH: The IRFU have confirmed that Simon Easterby will become Interim Ireland Men's Head Coach from December 1. Picture:   Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

The IRFU have confirmed that Simon Easterby will become Interim Ireland Men's Head Coach from December 1.

Easterby will take the reins from current Head Coach Andy Farrell who will take charge of the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia in 2025 and will be in charge for the 2025 Guinness Six Nations and Men's Summer Tour 2025 details of which will be confirmed at a later date.