Paul O'Connell: Owen Farrell is 'standout leader' for the Lions

Paul O'Connell

Paul O'Connell views England captain Owen Farrell as the outstanding candidate to lead the British and Irish Lions against South Africa this summer.

O'Connell was at the helm for the Lions' last series against the Springboks in 2009 and in Farrell he sees a veteran of two tours with the authority and drive sought by head coach Warren Gatland.