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O'Mahony's ability to deliver inspirational moments on the field makes him a natural leader, and he was chosen to lead Ireland at both Under-18 and Under-20 level before being handed the Munster captaincy two years ago. Has also skippered the Irish senior side on the 2013 tour of North America.
One factor that could potentially count against him though is his injury record, with shoulder and now knee problems robbing him of too much rugby over the past few years.
Rory Best
At 33, Best is perhaps a long shot, and the Ulster man would certainly be the short-term candidate, but he does command total respect within the Irish set-up.
Has already captained Ireland during a Six Nations campaign, stepping in for the injured Paul O'Connell in 2012 and remains a stalwart of the Irish pack, delivering pinpoint line out darts and making a big impact around the park at the World Cup.
Led Ulster from 2007 to 2011 before taking the captaincy back last year following the retirement of Johann Muller, and has played a key role in the development of Ulster into a side capable of competing with Munster and Leinster for the major trophies in club rugby.
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