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Jimmy Duffy joins Munster as forwards coach after Ulster exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 3:08 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Jimmy Duffy joins Munster as forwards coach after Ulster exit
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Jimmy Duffy has joined Munster as a forwards coach on a two-year deal following his departure from Ulster. He replaces Alex Codling, who has moved on to Toulon after one season. Duffy has a notable coaching background, including roles with Connacht and Ireland's Under-20s squads. Munster's head coach Clayton McMillan expressed confidence in Duffy's ability to enhance the team's performance. Additionally, Sean Cronin will return as the full-time provincial talent coach.

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  • •Duffy replaces Alex Codling, who joined Toulon.
  • •Duffy has coached teams including Connacht and Ireland U20s.
  • •McMillan praised Duffy's coaching reputation and work ethic.
  • •Sean Cronin returns as full-time provincial talent coach.
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  • 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Forwards coach Duffy joins Munster after Ulster exit
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Jimmy Duffy joins Munster as a forwards coach on a two-year deal after leaving Ulster.

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