London Irish have signed scrum-half Patrick Phibbs on a short-term contract until the end of the season.
The 31-year-old Phibbs started the season on a short-term contract at Leicester Tigers, making five appearances for the club, including the win over the Maori All Blacks, and moves to Irish to provide injury cover for Ireland International Tomás O’Leary.
The 31-year-old Phibbs started the season on a short-term contract at Leicester Tigers, making five appearances for the club, including the win over the Maori All Blacks, and moves to Irish to provide injury cover for Ireland International Tomás O’Leary.
Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill said: “Pat came in at the start of the season when we had some issues with injuries at scrum-half and he worked hard here. We’d like to thank him for his efforts in his time with us and wish him well for the future.”
London Irish director of rugby Brian Smith said: “With Tomás sidelined for what could be the remainder of the season we’ve been proactive in signing Pat Phibbs. I have great respect for his ability, he’s an experienced scrum-half, good organiser and strong defender. He also has knowledge of the English season so he’s a pretty good fit for us.”
