Known for his outspoken views, Boylan is certainly not politically correct. He was a 'No' voter in the recent referendums on family and care and has criticised Ireland’s immigration policy.

Making the victory even more memorable for Boylan was Ireland winning the Cormac McAnallen cup. McAnallen played for Ireland in the 2001, 2002 and 2003 series before dying suddenly in his sleep from a ...