Johnny Sexton
A closer look at Ireland’s World Cup campaign and what the future might hold
Andy Farrell’s men were unable to break new ground by winning a knockout match.
Jack Conan: Not giving Johnny Sexton the send-off he deserves is hard to take
Ireland captain Sexton was sent into retirement two games earlier than he had hoped following the defeat to New Zealand.
Peter O’Mahony proud despite Ireland’s World Cup disappointment
O’Mahoney is one of several players who could retire after the quarter-final exit to New Zealand.
Andy Farrell believes spirit of outgoing Johnny Sexton can spur Ireland on
Fly-half Sexton and veteran wing Keith Earls are already confirmed to be heading for retirement.
Glittering career ends with tears for retiring Ireland captain Johnny Sexton
The 38-year-old heads into retirement as arguably his country’s greatest player.
Johnny Sexton reflects on his career after Ireland’s devastating World Cup exit
Sexton has tipped his Ireland team-mates to come back stronger in his absence during an emotional post-match press conference.
‘Doing it for Johnny’ adds to Ireland’s Rugby World Cup motivation
Ireland face a quarter-final showdown with New Zealand in Paris.
Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are ready for ‘toughest game we’ve ever faced’
The world’s top-ranked nation are seeking to reach the last four of the tournament for the first time.
Johnny Sexton: Facing All Blacks out for revenge ‘biggest challenge in rugby’
Andy Farrell’s men have topped the Test world rankings since upsetting New Zealand last summer.
Going through or going home? – Ireland v Scotland talking points
Reigning champions South Africa will also have a keen eye on proceedings in Paris.