Paul O’Connell not daunted by size of challenge as Ireland turn inwards for Springboks showdown

“It’s a massive challenge for us to be away from home and down here, but our boys are looking forward to it," said O'Connell.

NOT DAUNTED: Ireland Forwards coach Paul O’Connell in training. Pic Credit: Dan Sheridan, Inpho.

Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell was unsurprised by the team Rassie Erasmus chose for their thunderous showdown at Loftus Versfeld, but steered the focus internally.

The mantra coming from the Ireland camp has been about focusing on themselves, while obviously, not completely ignoring the opposition.