VIDEO: Paul O'Connell recalls a story from Munster team-mate that illustrates the difference between rugby in Ireland and New Zealand
Donal Corkery
Following a World Cup where the southern hemisphere sides showed the supremacy over their northern counterparts, Paul O'Connell believes Ireland are still punching above their weight in light of the sporting context.
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