AS WAS anticipated, Tadhg Beirne has been unveiled as Munster captain for the new season, one which begins with a URC outing with Connacht at Thomond Park on Saturday (5.30pm).
He joins a select group of just eight players who have been named as I the role since the arrival professional, following in the footsteps of Pat Murray, Mick Galwey, Jim Williams, Anthony Foley, Paul O’Connell, Doug Howlett and Peter O’Mahony.
“Very few people have had the opportunity to captain Munster Rugby, and it’s a massive honour to follow in the footsteps of some incredible players and leaders,” commented 32-year-old Beirne following his appointment.
“I had the privilege of leading the team a number of times in the past and the job was always made easier by the amount of leaders we have in the squad.
“We have a very tight-knit group and it means a lot to me to lead the squad as captain for the season ahead.”
Munster Coach Graham Rowntree added: “Tadhg is a world-class player who always leads by example. He is the right man to lead Munster into the new season. A player of his calibre commands respect and he has grown into a key leader for us since coming here in 2018.
