Codling gets Titans' job

And he says: “I can’t wait to get started.”

The 39-year-old former England International lock will officially take them helm after next week’s home clash with Leeds Carnegie with the priority of steadying the ship after Andre Bester’s departure a fortnight ago.

Said Codling: "I’m honoured and thrilled to have been appointed .

“It is a club with a great tradition and has passionate supporters. I share their passion for the club and this great game and will do everything possible to keep moving the Titans moving forward."

Titans chairman Nick Cragg is delighted with the capture.

“We were delighted by the quality of candidate and the general level of interest shown in the post of head coach,” he said.