GRAHAM Rowntree will replace Johann van Graan as Munster head coach in July.
The former England prop, who is currently forwards coach with the Irish province, is promoted to the top post on a two-year deal.
“I am hugely honoured to be taking over the role of head coach for a club of this calibre,” said the 50-year-old.
“It is one that means so much to me and my family.
I get to work with an incredible group of staff and players.”
Van Graan is moving to become head coach at Bath while assistant Stephen Larkham and defence coach JP Ferreira are also leaving at...