Munster's controversial Roger Randle appointment called off

The appointment had caused consternation due to an historic rape accusation against the New Zealander dating back to 1997

Assistant Coach Roger Randle of the Chiefs. Pic: Anthony Au-Yeung/Getty Images

Munster’s controversial appointment of Roger Randle as attack coach from next season is off, the club have confirmed, with the decision described as ‘mutually agreed’.

The appointment of Randle had caused consternation at the province due to an historic rape accusation against the New Zealander dating back to 1997 when he was a player on tour with the Hurricanes.