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Former player turns down offer to work alongside Les Kiss and Declan Kidney
Nick Kennedy
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Kidney installed as director of rugby while Kiss will act as head coach
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Owner has hired former captain to help return club to its old standing and values
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Former Ireland and Australia international leaves Premiership club on compassionate grounds
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Ireland’s greatest rugby player has already inspired a host of memories as he prepares for his 14th season
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