Rugby World Cup 2019: Devoid of ideas, devoid of energy – O’Driscoll stunned by Ireland defeat
Ireland were sensationally upset by hosts Japan at the Rugby World Cup on Saturday, leaving Brian O'Driscoll stunned by their performance.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan capable of shocking Ireland, warns O’Driscoll
Japan defeated South Africa four years ago and Ireland great Brian O'Driscoll believes they could provide another Rugby World Cup upset.
O’Driscoll: England have all the attributes to win Rugby World Cup
England have beaten Wales and Ireland of late, prompting Brian O'Driscoll to identify the 2003 Rugby World Cup champions as "a huge threat".
O’Driscoll confident Ireland can turn form around ‘very, very quickly’
Ireland have not matched the standards set in 2018, but Brian O'Driscoll believes they can hit form ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
O’Driscoll hopes departing Schmidt can sign off in style at Rugby World Cup
Former Ireland centre Brian O'Driscoll has heaped praise on coach Joe Schmidt and says Andy Farrell is the right man to replace him.
Sexton vital to Ireland’s World Cup hopes, says O’Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll knows Ireland need Johnny Sexton to be fit and firing if they are to make an impact at the Rugby World Cup... Read more
Farrell offers Ireland ‘continuation’ after Schmidt reign, says O’Driscoll
Andy Farrell will replace Joe Schmidt as Ireland head coach after the Rugby World Cup and Brian O'Driscoll has backed the call.
O’Driscoll: Ireland’s win over All Blacks a positive for the whole world
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes New Zealand are not as strong as they were four years ago as they head into a World Cup... Read more
Big names could switch to sevens in pursuit of Olympic gold – O’Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll thinks more big names could follow in the footsteps of Sonny Bill Williams by trying to qualify for the Olympic sevens.
O’Driscoll hails ‘Test match animal’ Warburton
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll heaped praise on the retiring Sam Warburton after the former Wales captain announced his retirement.
O’Driscoll urges Ireland to harness feel-good factor vs Wallabies
Ireland's last Test win in Australia came in 1979 but Brian O'Driscoll believes the Six Nations Grand Slam champions can down the Wallabies.
O’Driscoll questions Australia dynamic despite Pocock and Folau assurances
David Pocock and Israel Folau's differing views on gay rights could make for an uneasy dynamic in the Australia team, says Brian O'Driscoll.
Cullen and Lancaster should be in no hurry to leave Leinster – O’Driscoll
Brian O'Driscoll sees no reason why Leo Cullen or Stuart Lancaster should depart Leinster even if their services are sought elsewhere.
Ireland had ‘no option’ than to sack Jackson and Olding – O’Driscoll
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes the IRFU had "no option" in their decision to sack Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding.
Ireland would prefer a 2018 World Cup, says O’Driscoll
Ireland are the Northern Hemisphere's form team, but Brian O'Driscoll is aware that may not still be the case when the World Cup begins.
O’Driscoll talks up Ireland’s Grand Slam bid
Ireland are the only side left in this year's Six Nations who can complete a Grand Slam and Brian O'Driscoll talked up their prospects.