O'Driscoll opts to stay in Ireland

Ireland and Leinster captain Brian O'Driscoll has signed a new contract that will keep him in Ireland at least until the end of the Rugby World Cup in 2007, it was announced today.

“My desire from the beginning of this season has always been to play for Leinster and Ireland and I am thrilled to remain within the current set up," said O'Driscoll.