Paul O'Connell

Captain Caelan leading by example

Captaincy is clearly agreeing with Caelan Doris for both club and country.   Over the summer, he skippered Ireland to a famous 25-24 victory over South Africa in the second Test in Durban.   Then,...

Ireland - All you need to know ahead of RWC2023

Some Quick Facts:1854 - Dublin University (Trinity College Dublin) was the first organised Rugby Football Club in Ireland 1875 - First International match played on 15th February 1875 (vs England) 1879...

Inside Ireland Camp: Paul O'Connell Squad Update Ahead of Romania

Paul O'Connell gave an update on the Ireland squad after training today as Ireland prepare for the first match of the Rugby World Cup  

1, 999 caps: The most capped Test rugby XV of all time - by position

Another international test window has come and gone.    A thrilling and historic July test window saw new additions to the test centurion club, and we take a look at what the most capped...

RANKED: The countries with the most test centurions

An elite group of 80 men's international players have reached the incredible milestone of 100 test caps.     Even some of the most talented players who have graced the rugby pitch...

The most capped Test rugby XV of all time - by position

Wales and British & Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones will become the first player to play 149 tests for one country on Saturday.   The 36-year-old second-rower will feature in his 161st test...

Best Lions XV From The Last 3 Tours

With the Lions squad being announced today and the anticipation of the upcoming series front and centre for the fans, we dive into picking the best starting XV over the last three tours. In 2009 the tourists...

Last Five British & Irish Lions Captains

On 6 May, Warren Gatland will name his British & Irish Lions squad for the 2021 Tour of South Africa.     After the squad announcement, Gatland is also expected to reveal the 2021...

Paul O'Connell Briefing pre Scotland Six Nations

O'Connell names 5 shoo-ins for Lions

Current Ireland forwards coach and former Ireland and British & Irish Lions captain Paul O’Connell has singled out five players whom he believes are guaranteed selection into the Lions squad...