The 48-year-old was Munster director of rugby.
The 48-year-old Munster director of rugby replaced Eddie O’Sullivan, who had resigned following a dismal World Cup and a worst-ever finish in a Six Nations campaign.
“I have worked with many exceptional players during my career at both international and provincial level and there is no doubt that we have the talent in Ireland to be successful at the highest level. IRFU chief executive Philip Browne added: “While the need to make the appointment as soon as was practicable was important, the IRFU was conscious of keeping any disruption to the preparations of the Munster team to a minimum.
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