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Irish Mirror
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John Patrick Kierans

Ruby Walsh, Sheamus and Donncha O’Callaghan to star in new web-series with Paddy Power

A group of unlikely sports stars will go head-to-head in a number of challenges as part of a brand-new series.

Jockey Ruby Walsh, WWE Heavyweight Champion Sheamus and retired rugby international Donncha O’Callaghan will star in the six-part programme in Japan, organised by bookies Paddy Power.

The web show, which is called ‘Japan Slam’ and will air during the Rugby World Cup, will also see Paddy Power himself take centre stage.

Mr Power said: “We’re saying konnichiwa to Japan as we head over there for our latest piece of exclusive content ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

“I’m admittedly less enthused about taking on professional sportspeople at physical challenges.

"Though I’m fairly confident in my abilities when it comes to the eating competition.”

The first episode of the series will be available on the bookmaker's social media channels from Friday.

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