Struggling Super Rugby franchise the Queensland Reds have signed former All Black Brad Thorn as a development coach.
The Reds have signed Thorn on a three‑year deal.
Thorn, who will play his final game of rugby for English side Leicester Tigers this weekend at the age of 40, will focus on developing Queensland’s next generation of forwards.
The Reds are currently last in the super rugby table after having won just two matches.
The Hurricanes meet the Chiefs at 7.35pm Saturday while the Waratahs will face the Sharks at 9.40pm.
On Friday the Blues face the Bulls at 7.35pm and the Reds face the Rebels at 9.40pm.
Source: Radio New Zealand
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