Daily Mirror

DROP WILL NOT EXILE KIDNEY

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DECLAN KIDNEY insists he wants to stay on even if London Irish are relegated for the second time in three years.

After this thumping by leaders Exeter, the Exiles are nine points adrift with just 10 to play for.

The former Ireland boss has signed a two-year deal and said: “I was asked to come on board as technical director for a period of time and that’s what I’m doing now,” said Kidney. “We’ve a cup final in two weeks’ time, so the short-term goal is the only goal that needs to occupy our mind, and that’s what we’re fully focused on.” England back-rower Sam Simmonds (left) bagged a hat-trick, with Ben Moon, Mitch Lees and Jack Yeandle all also crossing. Irish play Saracens on April 28, where defeat would confirm their relegation.

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