Harinordoquy pays tribute to O’Connell and O’Callaghan

FRANCE star Imanol Harinordoquy has described Ireland’s Paul O’Connell and Donncha O’Callaghan as having the best timing in world rugby when it comes to line-out play.

The Biarritz star was full of praise for the Irish pack ahead of tomorrow’s Six Nations opener in Croke Park.

“The Irish pack is perhaps the most difficult to play against,” said Harinordoquy. “It’s practically the Munster pack, and Munster are the most innovative team in this area, particularly in defence.