Ulster confirm defence coach Jonny Bell’s departure to pursue opportunity outside rugby

Ulster assistant coach Jonny Bell

Adam McKendry

Ulster have confirmed that defence coach Jonny Bell has departed the province in order to pursue an opportunity outside of rugby.

Bell, who won the European Cup with Ulster as a player before transitioning into coaching, has left with immediate effect, with Ulster confirming they have released him from his contract early "to facilitate his transition into the new role".