Ireland squad: Winners and losers as Paul O'Connell backs 'real leader with a strong personality' to lead a Leinster-dominated selection

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04/06/2025 16:01

Here are Planet Rugby's winners and losers following Wednesday's announcement of the Ireland tour squad by interim boss Paul O'Connell.

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