Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll has admitted that he is 'unlikely' to play any part in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

The 33-year-old Leinster centre was in London as the draw for the World Cup was made on Monday, with Ireland being drawn alongside France and Italy.

"It's weird, coming in I was very relaxed, no pressure's on it because I don't for a second anticipate that I'll have any involvement," he told the Irish Independent.

"But something stirs you deep down. I think it's probably 18 months too far."

O'Driscoll has made 120 appearances for his country.