No ceiling - Smith has proven himself at every level If Marcus Smith was to get fed up and retire from rugby next week, the box-score of his career would probably top the majority of players, despite him only turning 23 last month. Rugby • 11 Mar 22
No ceiling - Smith has proven himself at every level If Marcus Smith was to get fed up and retire from rugby next week, the box-score of his career would probably top the majority of players, despite him only turning 23 last month. Rugby • 11 Mar 22
New contract was 'an easy decision' - Johnny Sexton Johnny Sexton says he is aware he still has to prove he's worth his place at next year's Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 09 Mar 22
New contract was 'an easy decision' - Johnny Sexton Johnny Sexton says he is aware he still has to prove he's worth his place at next year's Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 09 Mar 22
Sexton extends contract but will retire after World Cup Johnny Sexton says today's contract extension will be his last as a professional rugby player, confirming his intention to retire after the 2023 World Cup. Rugby • 08 Mar 22
Sexton extends contract but will retire after World Cup Johnny Sexton says today's contract extension will be his last as a professional rugby player, confirming his intention to retire after the 2023 World Cup. Rugby • 08 Mar 22
Jones hails 'outstanding operator' Sexton Eddie Jones insists only the Ireland structure could enable Johnny Sexton to continue operating at the highest level as he prepares England to face the most effective system in world rugby. Rugby • 08 Mar 22
Jones hails 'outstanding operator' Sexton Eddie Jones insists only the Ireland structure could enable Johnny Sexton to continue operating at the highest level as he prepares England to face the most effective system in world rugby. Rugby • 08 Mar 22
RTÉ Rugby podcast: What did we learn from Italy win? Hugh Cahill is joined by Johnny Holland, Fiona Hayes and Neil Treacy to recap Ireland's 57-6 win against Italy in the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 02 Mar 22
RTÉ Rugby podcast: What did we learn from Italy win? Hugh Cahill is joined by Johnny Holland, Fiona Hayes and Neil Treacy to recap Ireland's 57-6 win against Italy in the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 02 Mar 22
Sexton 'agrees' with Farrell's Carbery call for Italy Andy Farrell says Johnny Sexton agrees with his decision to start Joey Carbery against Italy on Sunday. Rugby • 25 Feb 22
Sexton 'agrees' with Farrell's Carbery call for Italy Andy Farrell says Johnny Sexton agrees with his decision to start Joey Carbery against Italy on Sunday. Rugby • 25 Feb 22
Sexton eager to make most of final chapters The end is not near but that's not to say Johnny Sexton isn't thinking about the days when his life won't include pulling on the green jersey he loves so much. Rugby • 24 Feb 22
Sexton eager to make most of final chapters The end is not near but that's not to say Johnny Sexton isn't thinking about the days when his life won't include pulling on the green jersey he loves so much. Rugby • 24 Feb 22
'Start Carbery and bring Sexton on for the last 30' Joey Carbery should be rewarded with a starting place for Ireland against Italy on Sunday, according to Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman. Rugby • 23 Feb 22
'Start Carbery and bring Sexton on for the last 30' Joey Carbery should be rewarded with a starting place for Ireland against Italy on Sunday, according to Donal Lenihan and Bernard Jackman. Rugby • 23 Feb 22
Ireland captain Sexton 'good to go' for Italy clash Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he is "good to go" ahead of Sunday's Six Nations meeting with Italy. Rugby • 23 Feb 22
Ireland captain Sexton 'good to go' for Italy clash Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he is "good to go" ahead of Sunday's Six Nations meeting with Italy. Rugby • 23 Feb 22
Sexton on target to push Carbery for start v Italy Andy Farrell will have a decision to make next week with Johnny Sexton set to return to fitness and looking for his jersey back off Joey Carbery. Rugby • 18 Feb 22
Sexton on target to push Carbery for start v Italy Andy Farrell will have a decision to make next week with Johnny Sexton set to return to fitness and looking for his jersey back off Joey Carbery. Rugby • 18 Feb 22
Sexton absence not a 'deficit' for Ireland - Henderson Iain Henderson says the absence of Johnny Sexton doesn't weaken Ireland in any way. Rugby • 14 Feb 22
Sexton absence not a 'deficit' for Ireland - Henderson Iain Henderson says the absence of Johnny Sexton doesn't weaken Ireland in any way. Rugby • 14 Feb 22
Defeat to France can stand to Ireland in long term Ireland may have lost in France but valuable lessons should be learned. Rugby • 13 Feb 22
Defeat to France can stand to Ireland in long term Ireland may have lost in France but valuable lessons should be learned. Rugby • 13 Feb 22
Galthie not expecting different Ireland approach France head coach Fabien Galthie does not expect Ireland to modify their offensive style of play in the absence of injured captain Johnny Sexton. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
Galthie not expecting different Ireland approach France head coach Fabien Galthie does not expect Ireland to modify their offensive style of play in the absence of injured captain Johnny Sexton. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
Prendergast and Lenihan 'excited' by Carbery inclusion Johnny Sexton's injury absence tips the scale in favour of France, but also provides Ireland with an exciting opportunity to put Joey Carbery back in at the deep end. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
Prendergast and Lenihan 'excited' by Carbery inclusion Johnny Sexton's injury absence tips the scale in favour of France, but also provides Ireland with an exciting opportunity to put Joey Carbery back in at the deep end. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
'I feel like I'm ready to go' - Carbery set to step up Joey Carbery may have been waiting five years for a Six Nations start but he believes he is more than ready to step into Johnny Sexton's shoes against France. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
'I feel like I'm ready to go' - Carbery set to step up Joey Carbery may have been waiting five years for a Six Nations start but he believes he is more than ready to step into Johnny Sexton's shoes against France. Rugby • 10 Feb 22
Sexton says scrutiny of him in France is 'nothing new' Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says the annual scrutiny of him in the French media is no longer a surprise. Rugby • 08 Feb 22
Sexton says scrutiny of him in France is 'nothing new' Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says the annual scrutiny of him in the French media is no longer a surprise. Rugby • 08 Feb 22
Le Drop an inspiration for Porter and Ireland in France Ireland's last winning campaign started with a drop-goal deep into overtime at the Stade de France and Andrew Porter is eager to emulate that famous victory. Rugby • 08 Feb 22
Le Drop an inspiration for Porter and Ireland in France Ireland's last winning campaign started with a drop-goal deep into overtime at the Stade de France and Andrew Porter is eager to emulate that famous victory. Rugby • 08 Feb 22
Farrell delights in dominant defence after win v Wales Andy Farrell says he's "delighted" with the nature of Ireland's 29-7 bonus point win against Wales in the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 05 Feb 22
Farrell delights in dominant defence after win v Wales Andy Farrell says he's "delighted" with the nature of Ireland's 29-7 bonus point win against Wales in the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 05 Feb 22
Bonus point for Ireland as they cruise past Wales Debutant Mack Hansen starred in a 29-7 win as Ireland secured the bonus point thansk to tries from Bundee Aki, Andrew Conway (2) and Garry Ringrose. Rugby • 05 Feb 22
Bonus point for Ireland as they cruise past Wales Debutant Mack Hansen starred in a 29-7 win as Ireland secured the bonus point thansk to tries from Bundee Aki, Andrew Conway (2) and Garry Ringrose. Rugby • 05 Feb 22
Sexton wants Ireland and Leinster contract extension Ireland captain Johnny Sexton intends to prolong his illustrious career for as long as he feels fit and wanted. Rugby • 02 Feb 22
Sexton wants Ireland and Leinster contract extension Ireland captain Johnny Sexton intends to prolong his illustrious career for as long as he feels fit and wanted. Rugby • 02 Feb 22
Complacency won't be a factor against Wales - Sexton Johnny Sexton says complacency will not be an issue for Ireland in this Saturday's Six Nations opener against Wales. Rugby • 01 Feb 22
Complacency won't be a factor against Wales - Sexton Johnny Sexton says complacency will not be an issue for Ireland in this Saturday's Six Nations opener against Wales. Rugby • 01 Feb 22
Sexton 'near top' of Biggar's most difficult opponents Wales captain Dan Biggar says that Johnny Sexton "would be very near the top" in terms of a most difficult opponent during his rugby career. Rugby • 31 Jan 22
Sexton 'near top' of Biggar's most difficult opponents Wales captain Dan Biggar says that Johnny Sexton "would be very near the top" in terms of a most difficult opponent during his rugby career. Rugby • 31 Jan 22
Farrell asks Ireland to 'push new boundaries' Head coach Andy Farrell wants Ireland to "push new boundaries" in the upcoming Six Nations. Six Nations • 27 Jan 22
Farrell asks Ireland to 'push new boundaries' Head coach Andy Farrell wants Ireland to "push new boundaries" in the upcoming Six Nations. Six Nations • 27 Jan 22
Wales skipper Biggar relishing tough task in Dublin Wales captain Dan Biggar is even more wary of opening-day opponents Ireland following their autumn successes. Rugby • 26 Jan 22
Wales skipper Biggar relishing tough task in Dublin Wales captain Dan Biggar is even more wary of opening-day opponents Ireland following their autumn successes. Rugby • 26 Jan 22
'It knocked me for two weeks' - Sexton on Covid case Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he is back to full fitness following injuries and a Covid-19 infection. Rugby • 26 Jan 22
'It knocked me for two weeks' - Sexton on Covid case Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he is back to full fitness following injuries and a Covid-19 infection. Rugby • 26 Jan 22
