About Bill O'Connell
Born 1930. Bill O'Connell is a rugby union player.
William Joseph O'Connell (born 22 April 1930) is an Irish former international rugby union player.
A native of Limerick, O'Connell was the first Ireland cap produced by St Munchin's College.
O'Connell, a bank clerk, gained his only cap for Ireland against France at Lansdowne Road during the 1955 Five Nations, deputising Tom Reid in the second row. He lost his place when Reid returned for the next match.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Bill O'Connell?
rugby player
When was Bill O'Connell born?
Bill O'Connell was born on 22 April 1930.
What is Bill O'Connell's occupation?
Bill O'Connell is a rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill O'Connell (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill O'Connell. https://biography.guide/bill-o-connell/
MLA: "Bill O'Connell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-o-connell/.
Chicago: "Bill O'Connell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-o-connell/.
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