James O'Connor not in Queensland for a holiday

James O'Connor wants to remain with Queensland Rugby long-term, saying he's keen to join an illustrious list of Reds centurions.



O'Connor on Thursday was named at No.

10 for Saturday night's clash with Western Force in Brisbane, with round-one fly-half Karmichael Hunt shifting to fullback.

The 24-year-old utility back is yet to turn out for the Reds, having missed both their pre-season trials as well as the opening-round 47-3 shellacking at the hands of the Brumbies.

But in a major boost for the franchise, the former Force and Rebels star has given a strong indication that he wants to …

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