Sexton welcomes competition for Ireland’s 10 jersey
Ireland’s talismanic flyhalf Johnny Sexton says he welcomes the challenge to his number one spot from Joey Carbery adding he is “well used to competition”.
Sexton or Carbery: Farrell won’t say
Ireland coach Andy Farrell is keeping his cards close to his chest when it comes to revealing who will line up at flyhalf for Ireland against Italy in Dublin next week.
Ireland without Sexton against France
Ireland will be without captain and flyhalf Johnny Sexton for the crucial Six Nations clash against France in Paris on Saturday.
Under-fire Sexton to do ‘talking on the pitch’
Johnny Sexton has shrugged off criticism from former France head coach Philippe Saint-Andre, who said Ireland would be better off without the veteran flyhalf.
Sexton wary of French magicians
Johnny Sexton says France present a unique challenge to other Six Nations opponents because they match good systems with tricky individual players.
Team of the Year: Halfbacks
In the fourth of a six-part series, SA Rugby magazine’s writers pick their world team of the year, based on performances throughout 2021.
One Bok makes Farrell’s tough guy list
England captain Owen Farrell has included a Springbok on the list of five toughest opponents he has faced throughout his career.
Foster: Loss to Ireland a wake-up call
New Zealand’s 29-20 defeat by Ireland on Saturday will serve as a wake-up call to those players experiencing a northern hemisphere tour for the first time, All Blacks coach Ian Foster said.
Ireland’s Lowe itching to get stuck into his Kiwi mates
Former Chiefs finisher James Lowe will line up for Ireland against some of his best friends after the All Blacks perform the haka at Lansdowne Road on Saturday.
Stat attack: Boeta, Kurt-Lee light up URC
Take a look at the top stats and performances from round three of the inaugural Vodacom United Rugby Championship this past weekend.
