Ireland captain Paul O'Connell reflects on his career to date
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Paul O’Connell: The man behind the legend
Those who know the Ireland captain best explain what's taken him to the top
What makes Ireland’s Johnny Sexton tick
The Ireland fly-half reflects on his career to date
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