Bundee Aki Reacts To Pat Lam’s Departure And He’s Not Happy

We’re delighted to confirm Pat Lam will join #BristolRugby as Head Coach in June ahead of the 2017/18 campaign,” tweeted the official Bristol rugby account.

On his new role with Bristol, Lam said:

“I’m excited about the opportunity to coach and lead Bristol – a  proud club with history, tradition and a bright future ahead.

“I’m committed to Bristol irrespective as to what happens in the  short-term – everything is in place for the club to be a force.”

Lam stressed it was a difficult decision to make.

“This has been one of the most difficult decisions I’ve had to make in my life as Connacht and Galway is such a special place for myself and my family…Rugby should never be about the individual as players and coaches will always come and go. We have worked hard to have the structures and systems in place to ensure the future success of the province for our community.” Lam said.

Connacht star Bundee Aki, who was drafted to the western province by Lam and recently signed a new three-year deal with the club, seems to be as shocked as everyone else is with the news and has expressed his frustration with the announcement.

Kieran Marmion had a brilliant response for him however.