Paul O'Connell expecting big lineout challenge from the Boks
Paul O'Connell expects Ireland's lineout will hold the key for Saturday's first Test against world champions South Africa against Pretoria.
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Paul O'Connell: Ireland won't be distracted by mind games
The irony was lost on nobody yesterday as the Paul O'Connell sat down for a Test week media session in a large exam hall.
Calvin Nash ready for 'massive' Loftus Versfeld challenge
Calvin Nash is hoping to count on his success with Munster in South Africa, ahead of Saturday's first Test with the Springboks in Pretoria.
Semi-final defeats give Irish rugby a reality check
At the very least, there won't be accusations of complacency against Ireland when they head on their tour of South Africa next month. Silver linings and all that.
IRFU confirm Emerging Ireland trip to South Africa
The IRFU have announced that they will send an Emerging Ireland squad to South Africa in September for a three-game tournament in Bloemfontein.
Paul O'Connell expects Leinster's Ireland core to hit the ground running against the Bulls
Paul O'Connell has backed Leinster's returning Six Nations winners to hit the ground running in the United Rugby Championship tonight as the province welcome the Bulls to the RDS.
Peter O’Mahony says Ireland’s current crop is best he has played in
Peter O’Mahony believes Ireland’s current team is the best he has ever played in ahead of a pivotal Guinness Six Nations showdown with England.
Paul O’Connell believes Johnny Sexton’s legacy still remains within Ireland camp
Paul O’Connell believes the legacy of influential former captain Johnny Sexton lives on among Ireland’s 2024 Guinness Six Nations squad.