Sexton and Aki among nominees for Rugby Writers award Johnny Sexton and Bundee Aki head up the five-man shortlist for the 2023 Guinness Rugby Writers Ireland Men's XV's Player of the Year Award. Rugby • 23 Nov
Leinster have leaders but 'definitely not like Johnny' Caelan Doris says a number of Leinster players are capable of filling the leadership void left by 'unique' Johnny Sexton after the Ireland captain's retirement. Rugby • 21 Nov
Ringrose and Ryan named as Leinster co-captains Centre Garry Ringrose and lock James Ryan have been named as new Leinster co-captains after Johnny Sexton's retirement. Rugby • 09 Nov
Sexton thankful for support in retirement statement Johnny Sexton said the "sadness and frustration" of Ireland's World Cup knock-out will stay with him for a long time as he released a statement … Rugby • 27 Oct
Sexton: Last two years were most enjoyable of my career An emotional Johnny Sexton spoke of how grateful he is to have played for Ireland, after the captain's career came to a heartbreaking World Cup … Rugby • 15 Oct
'I didn't think we'd be packing up', admits Sheehan A shell-shocked Dan Sheehan admitted that it will take time for him to come to terms with Ireland's World Cup exit after they suffered a … Rugby • 15 Oct
Sexton: You've got to work hard for fairytale endings Johnny Sexton's final game of professional rugby ended in heartbreak after Ireland were narrowly edged out by New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final. Rugby • 14 Oct
Farrell: Important to remember we're a bloody good team Andy Farrell insists that Ireland are now much more comfortable being top dogs and have shed any "inferiority complex" that existed before. Rugby World Cup • 12 Oct
Sexton: World Cup record not weighing Ireland down Johnny Sexton says Ireland are not carrying "much baggage" from previous World Cup exits ahead of Saturday's quarter-final with New Zealand. Rugby • 11 Oct
Sexton: All Blacks will be out for revenge Johnny Sexton says Ireland can draw on the experiences of their Test series win in New Zealand when they face the All Blacks next week, … Rugby • 08 Oct
Farrell: 'This is living, this is where you want to be' Ireland boss Andy Farrell praised his players for their performance against Scotland, the Irish fans for their incomparable support and then looked forward to a … Rugby • 07 Oct
Farrell open to Healy call-up if Henshaw is ruled out Andy Farrell says it's possible he could call Cian Healy into his Rugby World Cup squad if his side advance to the quarter-finals. Rugby • 06 Oct
Scotland's Russell psyched for battle of the 10s Finn Russell has psyched himself for the likelihood that he will have to operate at the peak of his powers on Saturday night if Scotland … Rugby • 02 Oct
Sexton: Where else would you rather be? Johnny Sexton is trying to play the "it's just another game" card but it's hard to keep the lid on the excitement as Ireland prepare … Rugby • 22 Sep
Springboks 7:1 split a risk worth taking - Kolbe South Africa know there is a risk to their 7:1 split between forwards a backs on the bench for the crunch Pool B clash with … Rugby • 20 Sep
Crowley inspired by Sexton, not chasing records Jack Crowley says it's far too early in his career to start thinking about chasing down Johnny Sexton's scoring records. Rugby • 19 Sep
Ireland 'flowing' nicely as Springboks showdown looms As Ireland gear up for a huge showdown against South Africa, Andy Farrell can be pleased with his side's progress. Rugby • 18 Sep
Casey urges Sexton to make Munster move post World Cup World Cup debutant Craig Casey joked that soon-to-be-retired Johnny Sexton might join Leinster rivals Munster in the wake of the skipper breaking the all-time points … Rugby • 17 Sep
Sexton eyes 'huge challenge' from South Africa Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will continue to let his performances do the talking after warming up for world champions South Africa with another record-breaking display. Rugby • 17 Sep
Farrell: A fitting way for Sexton to break Irish record Johnny Sexton surpassed the Irish points record with a stunning try and coach Andy Farrell said it was a "fitting" score. Rugby • 17 Sep
Lenihan: Ross Byrne needs to grasp chance against Tonga Out-half Ross Byrne will need to impress if introduced off the bench against Tonga (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player) as the battle to be … Rugby • 15 Sep
Sheehan on course for Springboks showdown Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan is expected to be fully fit for next weekend's clash with South Africa, according to Andy Farrell. Rugby • 15 Sep
Team for Tonga picked out of 'respect' says Farrell Andy Farrell says his selection for Ireland's second World Cup game was built around respect for Tonga, the competition and his own team. Rugby • 14 Sep
Sexton keeps his place as Ireland make four changes Johnny Sexton has been retained in the Ireland side for Saturday's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with Tonga in Nantes, with head coach Andy … Rugby • 14 Sep
Ireland have no plans to rest skipper Sexton - Easterby Ireland intend to give veteran captain Johnny Sexton as many minutes as he can manage during the Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 11 Sep
