Cardiff Blues have appointed former New Zealand international hooker, Mark Hammett, as their Director Of Rugby.
The 41-year-old, currently head coach of the Hurricanes, replaces Phil Davies, who left the post in March.
Hammett has agreed a three-year deal and will join up with Cardiff at the end of the Super Rugby season.
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“We believe his long-term vision for the Blues with take us to the next level and achieve our ambitions,” said Blues chief executive Richard Holland.
“We conducted an extensive worldwide search, with the help of Wales coach Warren Gatland and Gareth Edwards, and are absolutely delighted that Mark Hammett will be taking the role.”
The Cardiff Blues finished 7th in the Pro12 this season, missing out on a place in next season’s European Rugby Champions Cup.