Currently ranked number three in the world, Ireland is a famous rugby union nation which has produced many a world-class player over the years.
We take a look through the record books at the most capped Irish rugby union internationals of all time.
Most capped Ireland rugby union players ever
Rank | Player | Caps |
1 | Cian Healy | 137 |
2 | Brian O'Driscoll | 133 |
3 | Ronan O'Gara | 128 |
4 | Conor Murray | 125 |
5 | Rory Best | 124 |
6 | Johnny Sexton | 118 |
7 | Peter O'Mahony | 114 |
8 | Paul O'Connell | 108 |
9 | John Hayes | 105 |
10 | Keith Earls | 101 |
*Stats correct as of 30th September 2026.
Legendary former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll held the country's all-time caps record, but he has now been usurped by distinguished prop Cian Healy.
In third on the appearances list is Ronan O'Gara, who is also Ireland's second highest points scorer of all time behind Johnny Sexton.
Sexton himself is also amongst the top 10 for Ireland caps, along with Rory Best, Conor Murray, Peter O'Mahony, Paul O'Connell, John Hayes and Keith Earls.
