Following an impartial evaluation, Gatland was given a vote of confidence going into this Six Nations regardless of overseeing a calendar 12 months the place Wales suffered 11 straight defeats.
Tierney denied the suggestion that the actual fact Gatland has departed solely two video games into the match indicated there had been “muddled pondering”.
“It was a really thorough evaluation,” mentioned Tierney.
“There’s a lot of multi-faceted the explanation why we determined to not make modifications then (in December), together with Warren desirous to take the sport ahead, the timing we had main as much as the match, the availabilities and options. You take a look at all of that.
“You additionally take a look at the info that advised that Warren was the very best individual to steer the staff and never bringing in any individual new wasn’t going to make an enormous distinction, and continuity was required. Hindsight is an excellent factor. These selections are by no means straightforward.”
When requested whether or not Gatland would have departed this week had he been eager to stay in his job, Tierney mentioned the query was “hypothetical”.
“We have now a board assembly tomorrow the place we have been going to do an interim evaluation so I am unable to say now what the result of that may have been,” mentioned Tierney.
“It had develop into inevitable this was going to occur, however it could have been a board choice.”
Tierney added that she had no regrets about not accepting Gatland’s resignation in March 2024, after Wales had picked up a primary Six Nations Wood Spoon for 21 years.
Tierney was in no doubts about what Welsh rugby owed Gatland after his first 12-year stint the place he led Wales to a few Grand Slams and two World Cup semi-finals.
“We owe him an enormous quantity,” mentioned Tierney.
“I mentioned to him in our dialog, one of many predominant causes I took this job was to work with him.
“He is an inspirational coach and the most effective on the planet. As a winner of Grand Slams and Championships, I hope that is what his legacy is and what he is remembered for.”
