Paul O'Connell interview: Over it? There's a scar there forever

He's as intense as ever but more mature. However putting Ireland's World Cup exit in the rearview mirror isn't as easy as that. 'I’ll be talking about that game years from now, Paul O'Connell says

Paul O'Connell: Club coaching is hard. Pic: Dan Sheridan, Inpho

The Battle continues, just on another patch.

The last time we met Paul O’Connell was seven years ago when he brought out a fine autobiography by that name to note the mental struggle he found trying to excel in, and ultimately, enjoy elite rugby. But, as he has learned and as we learn from catching up with him, there’s always some kind of battle, even – especially – after you’ve hung them up.