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Sexton eyes World Cup tilt despite deal delay

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton believes he can hit new heights, and prove to the IRFU that he deserves a new contract whenever discussions can take place.

Fire still burns strong but Sexton feeling the pressure in quest to earn a new deal 

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Johnny Sexton remains Ireland's best out-half, and by some distance too.

Sexton shrugs off retirement, targets 2023 World Cup

5 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Veteran Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has not given up hope of playing at the next World Cup and admits being written off fuels his motivation.

IRFU hand rugby clubs €4m from Sport Ireland emergency funds

5 years ago by Irish Independent

Club rugby in Ireland has been handed a major boost after the IRFU allocated it €4 million of the €18 million emergency funding it received from Sport Ireland.

International Debut Beckons For Shane Daly After A Whirlwind Journey

5 years ago by Munster Rugby News

Shane Daly is in line to make his Ireland debut on Sunday when Ireland face Georgia in their penultimate game of the Autumn Nations Cup. The 23-year-old Cork native has been named on the bench for Andy...

Rugby Clubs to Receive €4 Million Of COVID-19 Emergency Funding

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The IRFU has allocated €4 million of the €18million emergency funding it received from Government to help Clubs towards the losses they suffered due to COVID-19’s impact on Club Rugby activity in...

Rugby Clubs to Receive €4 Million Of COVID-19 Emergency Funding

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The IRFU has allocated €4 million of the €18million emergency funding it received from Government to help Clubs towards the losses they suffered due to COVID-19’s impact on Club Rugby activity in...

Sexton Determined To Spark ‘Full 80-Minute Performance’ Against Scots

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Following a frustrating few weeks on the sidelines, Ireland captain Jonathan Sexton is itching to get back out at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday for the Guinness Series finale against Scotland. Due to a...

Sexton Determined To Spark ‘Full 80-Minute Performance’ Against Scots

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Following a frustrating few weeks on the sidelines, Ireland captain Jonathan Sexton is itching to get back out at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday for the Guinness Series finale against Scotland. Due to a...

Henshaw: We’re Just Keen To Get Back Out And Keep Building

5 years ago by Irish Rugby News

As he looks to make his return from a recent injury lay-off against Scotland this Saturday, Robbie Henshaw insists the mood within the Ireland camp remains upbeat. After sustaining an adductor strain in...