Ireland fly-half Sexton warns New Zealand about strong-arm tactics
Johnny Sexton has warned New Zealand that any repeat of their strong-arm tactics from Dublin in 2016 will lead to red cards in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final.
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Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Sexton remains Ireland’s prophet and talisman ahead of pool finale against Samoa
Johnny Sexton’s ability to predict what happens next on the pitch has ensured the World Player of the Year is peerless, according to teammate Chris Farrell.
Schmidt appears calm but is maintaining ‘intensity’ with Ireland, Stockdale says
Joe Schmidt has not deserted his taskmaster ways even if he has appeared relaxed at the World Cup, insists Jacob Stockdale.
Ireland will bounce back after shock Japan loss, says Best
Rory Best has conceded Ireland’s confidence has been dented by the shock loss to Japan – but insisted Joe Schmidt’s men are still “very assured” of how to hit back to World Cup success.
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt plays down Johnny Sexton injury after Russia victory
Joe Schmidt has insisted Johnny Sexton will be “fine” to face Samoa despite the fly-half icing his troublesome thigh after being withdrawn in the 35-0 win over Russia.
Captain Sexton’s calmness key to dealing with referee, insists coach Farrell
Johnny Sexton must “stay positive” with referee Jerome Garces when captaining Ireland for the first time in Thursday’s World Cup clash with Russia, according to Andy Farrell.
Johnny Sexton honoured to be named Ireland captain for the first time
Johnny Sexton will realise a boyhood dream when he captains Ireland for the first time in Thursday’s World Cup clash with Russia.
Joe Schmidt admits Ireland taking a risk with Garry Ringrose selection
Joe Schmidt admits selecting Garry Ringrose for his third World Cup match in 11 days represents a calculated risk for Ireland.
Johnny Sexton feels Ireland’s loss to Japan is a ‘blessing in disguise’
Johnny Sexton has branded Ireland’s stunning loss to Japan a “blessing in disguise” because it happened in the World Cup’s pool stages.
O’Mahony fully fit to face Japan at Rugby World Cup days after concussion check
Joe Schmidt insists Peter O’Mahony is “mad keen” and fully ready to face Japan just six days after a concussion check.
Joey Carbery eyeing Ireland start should Johnny Sexton not be risked
Joey Carbery could start Ireland’s World Cup clash with Japan should Joe Schmidt opt to take no risks with Johnny Sexton.
Johnny Sexton being monitored ahead of Ireland’s World Cup clash with Japan
Johnny Sexton did not train fully on Tuesday but Ireland still expect him fit to face Japan on Saturday in Shizuoka.
Five lessons we learned about the Six Nations in the 2019 championship
There are never any shortage of talking points and controversies to ponder over at the end of the Six Nations Championship.