#Johnny Sexton

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 16 November, 2021

# Playmaker

Prime opportunity for Carbery to push Ireland career on against Argentina

Nov 16th 2021, 12:30 PM 12,551 Views 22 Comments

The 26-year-old is set for his chance with Johnny Sexton out injured.

# johnny-sexton - Sunday 14 November, 2021

# Analysis

Ireland's attack flourishes as it becomes less reliant on Johnny Sexton

Nov 14th 2021, 5:12 PM 38,610 Views 9 Comments

With ball-playing forwards and new playmakers in the backline, Ireland are more unpredictable.

# johnny-sexton - Saturday 13 November, 2021

# Consistency

'The pleasing thing is we can be better' - Ireland boss Andy Farrell

Nov 13th 2021, 7:25 PM 9,495 Views 5 Comments

Farrell and his captain, Johnny Sexton, are determined that Ireland will keep improving.

# Thriller

Farrell's brilliant Ireland power to thrilling victory over the All Blacks in Dublin

Nov 13th 2021, 5:19 PM 73,318 Views 136 Comments

It’s just the third senior men’s Irish win over New Zealand in history.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 10 November, 2021

# Taking Your Chances

Sexton urges Ireland to be clinical in the face of All Blacks' intensity

Updated Nov 10th 2021, 12:02 PM 13,913 Views 16 Comments

The out-half has faced New Zealand 13 times in his career with Ireland and the Lions, winning on three occasions.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 9 November, 2021

# Try Time

'We'd love to do it all the time' - Sexton on Ireland's exciting attack against Japan

Nov 9th 2021, 3:04 PM 3,767 Views 1 Comment

The Ireland captain says that the All Blacks won’t present similar opportunities.

# ROG

'One out-half isn’t going to win you the World Cup, you need two'

Nov 9th 2021, 12:08 PM 19,395 Views 26 Comments

Ronan O’Gara says Ireland need to be careful in managing their out-halves ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

# Centurions

'He's all class' - Barrett still full of admiration for Sexton 100 caps on

Nov 9th 2021, 12:03 PM 10,677 Views 1 Comment

The All Blacks out-half made his debut against Ireland back in 2012.

# johnny-sexton - Saturday 6 November, 2021

# 100

Paul McGrath, a samurai sword, and standing ovations - Sexton's special day

Updated Nov 6th 2021, 8:00 PM 45,044 Views 41 Comments

The 36-year-old Ireland captain enjoyed a perfect day.

# Occasion

'There were three special people, not just Johnny and his 100th cap'

Nov 6th 2021, 3:58 PM 9,789 Views 1 Comment

Andy Farrell was delighted with his team’s defence and set-piece.

# Hammering

Ireland obliterate Japan with slick performance as Sexton marks 100th in style

Nov 6th 2021, 2:55 PM 54,195 Views 90 Comments

Ireland’s attack was superb as forwards and backs linked for some stunning scores.

# Perfect 10

'People see this Roy Keane side to him but he's probably the kindest guy in a dressing room'

Nov 6th 2021, 8:00 AM 27,393 Views 13 Comments

Johnny Sexton’s story is a quintessential Irish one where perseverance eventually brought success to a man who will win his 100th Ireland cap today.

# johnny-sexton - Thursday 4 November, 2021

# Shared Journey

'He's definitely a unique type of force' - Murray on Sexton, Lions fallout and long-term goals

Nov 4th 2021, 6:30 AM 8,455 Views 9 Comments

The Ireland scrum-half offered a fascinating insight into what makes his half-back partner tick.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 3 November, 2021

# Leading By Example

Fire still burning as Sexton prepares for 100 cap milestone

Updated Nov 3rd 2021, 8:38 AM 12,398 Views 15 Comments

Ireland’s captain remains as determined and driven as ever.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 2 November, 2021

# Still The Man

'In an ideal world I'd love to keep going' - Sexton hopes to agree new contract in 2022

Updated Nov 2nd 2021, 8:05 PM 15,918 Views 19 Comments

The out-half remains a hugely important figure for Ireland just two years out from the 2023 World Cup.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 27 October, 2021

# Leading The Way

'You’re always changing, trying to improve' - Sexton showing no signs of slowing down

Oct 27th 2021, 6:45 AM 4,936 Views 12 Comments

The Ireland captain remains the man in possession of the number 10 jersey ahead of the autumn internationals.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 26 October, 2021

# Planning Ahead

Sexton and Ireland head into autumn internationals with one eye on France 2023

Oct 26th 2021, 12:06 PM 18,499 Views 38 Comments

The Ireland captain says the squad have already spoken about the next Rugby World Cup.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 19 October, 2021

# Talisman

Sexton set to be fit for November Tests as Henshaw makes progress

Oct 19th 2021, 6:00 AM 7,135 Views 14 Comments

The 36-year-old suffered a hip injury last weekend while playing for Leinster.

# johnny-sexton - Saturday 16 October, 2021

# Fingers Crossed

Cullen optimistic on Sexton injury with Ireland internationals looming

Oct 16th 2021, 8:16 PM 9,522 Views 11 Comments

The out-half came off with a hip problem during the 50-15 win over Scarlets.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 12 October, 2021

# Talking 10s

Byrne, Sexton and Frawley – Felipe Contepomi discusses Leinster's options at out-half

Oct 12th 2021, 7:00 AM 6,562 Views 5 Comments

Harry Byrne is facing more time on the sidelines due to a hip injury.

# johnny-sexton - Sunday 10 October, 2021

# Tale Of Two 10s

Sexton provides the quality on another frustrating day for Harry Byrne

Oct 10th 2021, 6:45 AM 8,377 Views 7 Comments

Leo Cullen is hopeful Byrne’s injury isn’t too bad after the 22-year-old was forced off against Zebre on Saturday.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 28 September, 2021

# Variety

Analysis: Sexton and Leinster start the season in slick, sharp form

Sep 28th 2021, 7:03 PM 8,370 Views 2 Comments

There was fluidity and variety to the province’s attacking play in a strong win over the Bulls.

# johnny-sexton - Friday 10 September, 2021

# Looking Sharp

Cullen: 'It was really pleasing for Johnny to get back out there'

Sep 10th 2021, 10:31 PM 6,664 Views 8 Comments

The Leinster out-half played a starring role in Friday’s pre-season win over Harlequins.

# johnny-sexton - Thursday 9 September, 2021

# Team News

Sexton back from head injury to captain Leinster in Harlequins friendly

Sep 9th 2021, 5:24 PM 7,164 Views 6 Comments

Four academy players and recent signing Michael Ala’alatoa are in line to make their senior debuts for the province tomorrow night.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 1 September, 2021

# Tough To Take

'I was jealous and wished I was there' - Sexton opens up on Lions omission

Sep 1st 2021, 7:00 PM 7,773 Views 9 Comments

The Ireland captain says he found it difficult to watch the summer tour to South Africa.

# Big Decisions

Sexton: 'I've thought about whether this will be my last year or not'

Sep 1st 2021, 11:54 AM 24,347 Views 19 Comments

The Ireland captain says it was ‘gutting’ to miss out on the British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa.

# johnny-sexton - Monday 12 July, 2021

# Ignored

Andy Farrell: 'I don't know what more Johnny Sexton could have done'

Jul 12th 2021, 6:37 AM 31,847 Views 30 Comments

Ireland coach was left shocked when the Lions called up international rookie Marcus Smith ahead of Sexton over the weekend.

# johnny-sexton - Saturday 10 July, 2021

# Potential

Lions call up 22-year-old Marcus Smith as out-half cover for injured Russell

Jul 10th 2021, 4:18 PM 11,675 Views 20 Comments

Warren Gatland has added the Harlequins star to his squad.

# johnny-sexton - Monday 14 June, 2021

# 10s

'It probably illustrates the way Ireland are looking to develop their attack'

Jun 14th 2021, 8:00 PM 22,596 Views 7 Comments

Ireland’s out-half situation was discussed on the latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.

# johnny-sexton - Tuesday 1 June, 2021

# Still In The Mix

'That stand-by list is going to play a vital role' – McBryde's Lions message to Leinster players

Jun 1st 2021, 7:15 AM 11,063 Views 3 Comments

McBryde will be part of Warren Gatland’s coaching team in South Africa.

# johnny-sexton - Monday 31 May, 2021

# Injuries

Sexton resuming contact training while season is over for Connors

May 31st 2021, 2:31 PM 8,777 Views 4 Comments

Leinster Rugby have issued a squad update.

# johnny-sexton - Friday 7 May, 2021

# Tough Calls

It's easy to see the sense in Gatland's side of the Sexton debate

May 7th 2021, 7:00 AM 18,722 Views 27 Comments

The Ireland captain has paid the price for a frustrating run of injuries.

# johnny-sexton - Thursday 6 May, 2021

# Gatland

‘La Rochelle reminded me of what we are going to face in South Africa’

May 6th 2021, 7:23 PM 18,377 Views 40 Comments

Warren Gatland has explained why James Ryan and Johnny Sexton missed out on selection for the Lions.

# Lions

Time got the better of Sexton - not just Farrell, Russell and Biggar

May 6th 2021, 5:38 PM 45,303 Views 26 Comments

Irish captain’s omission from Warren Gatland’s squad was tough but at 35 his durability has come into question.

# Missed The Cut

Jenkins admits Lions coaches had concerns over Sexton's 'durability'

May 6th 2021, 3:05 PM 10,879 Views 23 Comments

The Ireland out-half was one of the headline omissions in Warren Gatland’s 37-man squad.

# Johnny Sexton

Eight Irishmen named in Lions squad as Sexton and Ryan miss out

May 6th 2021, 12:50 PM 101,871 Views 198 Comments

Tadhg Furlong, Tadhg Beirne, Conor Murray, Robbie Henshaw, Bundee Aki, Jack Conan, Andrew Porter and Iain Henderson make the plane.

# Waiting For The Call

Tight calls could be cruel to Irish contingent as Gatland finalises his Lions squad

Updated May 6th 2021, 8:50 AM 31,790 Views 39 Comments

The 36-man squad will be revealed at lunchtime on Thursday.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 5 May, 2021

# In The Mix

'Johnny is absolutely training the house down' – Leinster back Sexton for Lions

Updated May 5th 2021, 8:27 AM 21,952 Views 26 Comments

Stuart Lancaster says the province would have no concerns if their captain toured to South Africa.

# johnny-sexton - Sunday 2 May, 2021

# Unlikely Lad

'Ross Byrne reminds me of Ollie Campbell - he'll step into Sexton's shoes'

May 2nd 2021, 10:00 AM 19,995 Views 32 Comments

Pundits have been unconvinced by his performances but Ross Byrne has quietly risen to become Leinster’s most unheralded star.

# johnny-sexton - Wednesday 28 April, 2021

# Playmakers

Leinster lose 'enormous experience' as La Rochelle halfbacks return to training

Apr 28th 2021, 5:00 PM 42,154 Views 29 Comments

Jono Gibbes believes Leinster have the depth to deal with Sexton’s absence.

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