Brian O’Driscoll apologises to Lions player he’d “never heard of”

After Cory Hill stated that “hopefully one day he’ll know who I am” , Brian O’Driscoll took to social media to explain himself and wish the new Dragons captain luck for the season ahead.

Many, including O’Driscoll, cried foul as Warren Gatland called up Wales quartet Tomas Francis, Kristian Dacey, Cory Hill and Gareth Davies alongside Scottish duo Allan Dell and Finn Russell as injury cover due to their close proximity at the time.

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However, the legend responded to a tweet supporting Hill by admitting that he could have handled the situation better before adding he looks forward to seeing Hill play more this reason.

I accept I could have played it better. No disrespect meant. Look forward to hopefully seeing more of him this season.

— Brian O’Driscoll (@BrianODriscoll) August 23, 2017

And O’Driscoll added to his first tweet…

Good luck indeed Cory. Will be keeping a more than watchful eye out for you this season. 😏 Go well.

— Brian O’Driscoll (@BrianODriscoll) August 23, 2017