McGeechan expected to name O'Connell as Lions skipper

There are multiple reports in today's papers that Ian McGeechan has made his decision on who will captain the Lions.

It appears that 'Geech has as expected gone for an imposing forward to lead his side.

That means it is Paul O'Connell who will skipper the tourists in South Africa, according to media speculation.

The captain and squad are to be formally announced on Tuesday.