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.

His Six Nations career alone spanned 14 years, three titles, one Grand Slam and one Player of the Championship gong as he terrified opponents, tormented opposition line-outs and led his country with ferocious passion. The definition of both a legend and an all-time great.

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.

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.

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

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

Paul O'Connell is a legend of Irish rugby. When he finished his career with the national team in 2015, he was Ireland’s third most-capped player. During his lengthy career, he also captained Munster, Ireland and the British & Irish Lions. He is now the forwards coach for the Ireland national men’s team.

Nov 23, 2024 · Back in his playing days, Paul O’Connell was widely acknowledged as a lord of the skies. For a period in the mid-to-late 2000s, it would be fair to claim Ireland had the best line-out in world rugby and O’Connell was its master and commander.

Paul O'Connell, a rugby legend with 108 caps for Ireland and notable victories including Triple Crown and Six Nations Grand Slam wins. Renowned for his leadership both on and off the pitch, he inspires audiences worldwide with insights on teamwork and resilience.