Brian O'Driscoll 'humbled by reaction'

Ireland centre Brian O'Driscoll has revealed that he feels "humbled" by his standing ovation at the Aviva Stadium in today's victory over Italy.

The 35-year-old, who became the most-capped player in Test rugby history in the 46-7 triumph, played his last home game for Ireland, leaving the field after an hour. "I haven't really let myself think about it, you know. It is emotional," O'Driscoll told reporters after the game. "It has been a huge part of my whole adult life and to leave here is going to be hard. But it is a good way to leave and sets it up nicely for next week.

"I feel humbled by the reaction today. I have loved my time playing in this jersey, it has to come to an end at some stage and I am happy to go out with a big win.

"It will only properly sink in I think when I have had a bit of time. It is one thing playing in this jersey but it is another thing altogether winning in this jersey."

Ireland top the Six Nations table with six points after four games.