Paul Jeremiah O'Connell (born 20 October 1979) is an Irish rugby union coach and former player. When he retired, he was Ireland's third most-capped player (108) [ 1 ] and the eighteenth most-capped international player in rugby union history.

Jan 30, 2024 · “I don’t think you’ll ever forget it or really move on from it,” said O’Connell, who won 108 caps for Ireland, and played in seven Tests for the British and Irish Lions across three tours.

2 hours ago · Paul O’Connell has plenty of experience with the Lions as a player. Pic: David Rogers/Getty Images. I think it would be a tough tour, you’ve two games a week, different countries coming together. Lions coaching, Warren Gatland and Shaun Edwards did such a good job with it under Ian McGeechan in 2009, they simplified the game so much that ...

Mar 10, 2015 · What is Ireland captain Paul O'Connell really like? Those who know him best explain what has taken him to the top of the game

Recognised as one of the best second rows in world rugby during his playing career, O’Connell captained Munster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions. Paul was part of the 2009 Grand Slam team and captained Ireland to the Six Nations title in 2015.

Feb 10, 2016 · In an RBS 6 Nations career that spanned 14 years, three titles and one Grand Slam, Paul O’Connell terrified opponents, tormented opposition line-outs and led his country with ferocious passion.

Oct 13, 2015 · When O'Connell didn't get up in that fateful moment against France on Sunday, you knew it was over - his World Cup, his Ireland career, his dream of leading his country into a place it...

Jan 23, 2022 · Find out more about the former Ireland captain who is now part of the coaching set-up – Paul O'Connell – with these facts and figures

3 days ago · Paul O’Connell is set to assume the role of Ireland interim head coach for the summer Tests against Georgia and Portugal in the likely event of Simon Easterby becoming part of the British ...

Captained Munster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions; part of Grand Slam team; captained Ireland to the Six Nations title. Iconic presence in Irish rugby, contributing to its success and legacy. Pundit and commentator with BBC Sport. Appointed to the …