Greig Oliver dies following paragliding accident

Former Scotland international and current Munster Rugby elite performance officer Greig Oliver has died in South Africa following a paragliding accident.

The 58-year-old, who was appointed to his current role with the province in 2011, had travelled to the country with his family to support his son, Jack, who is a member of the Ireland squad in action at the ongoing World Rugby Under-20 Championship.

Oliver served as assistant coach of the Ireland U-20 team between 2011-14.

Commenting on the news, IRFU chief executive Kevin Potts said; "On behalf of the Irish rugby community, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Oliver family at this extremely sad time.

"Greig was a hugely popular member of staff and played a key role in the development of many young players during his time at Munster Rugby.

"Today's news is an unspeakable tragedy and our thoughts are with Greig's wife Fiona, children Jack and Ciara, and his many friends, family and colleagues. May he rest in peace."