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Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan to be named new Munster coach

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Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan. Photo / Photosport

Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan. Photo / Photosport

Clayton McMillan will depart as Chiefs coach at the end of the current Super Rugby season.

Newstalk ZB first reported McMillan will head to Irish club Munster, who he coached the All Blacks XV against last year.

He had emerged as the “bookies favourite” for a role which has remained vacant at Munster since Graham Rowntree’s exit in October.

McMillan is in his fifth year as Chiefs coach and has led the franchise to three Super Rugby finals and a semifinal.

“It has been an absolute privilege to work with the Gallagher Chiefs and NZ Rugby. I am eternally grateful for the opportunities I have been afforded, and for the support of those I have worked alongside,” McMillan said in a statement.

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“The decision to leave wasn’t easy – I love my job, the people we represent, and what we value as a club. But I take real comfort in knowing the team is in great hands moving forward, with a talented playing group, coaches and staff.

“Whilst I look forward to the challenge at Munster, I am solely focused on giving everything I have to the Gallagher Chiefs as we build on a promising start, with the goal of being genuine contenders at the business end of the season.”

The Chiefs said in a statement they focused on the 2025 season and are not planning to make any further comment on the head coaching position until the end of season.

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“We’re incredibly grateful to Clayton for everything he has done for our club since joining in 2021 and becoming head coach of the Gallagher Chiefs,” Chiefs Rugby Club CEO Simon Graafhuis said.

“Under Clayton’s guidance we’ve not only enjoyed success on the field, but Clayton has also played a significant role in embedding a strong culture and values at the Chiefs Rugby Club.

“We wish Clayton and his whānau all the best on their upcoming move and in the meantime look forward to having him lead us through the remainder of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

“The club has a belief, ‘Once a Chief. Always a Chief.’ Clayton and his family will always be welcomed as part of the Chiefs environment.”

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