O’Connell thinks there's still a lot to improve for Ireland

Captain Paul O’Connell hailed a “massive” victory for Ireland after they claimed the prized scalp of South Africa – but he also admitted there were plenty of things his side need to improve on.

O’Connell thinks there's still a lot to improve for Ireland

Captain Paul O’Connell hailed a “massive” victory for Ireland after they claimed the prized scalp of South Africa – but he also admitted there were plenty of things his side need to improve on.

Ireland achieved their first win over the Springboks in five years after tries from Rhys Ruddock and Tommy Bowe helped them to a 29-15 triumph at the Aviva Stadium.

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