This Ireland team has too many threats to focus solely on Johnny Sexton - Thierry Dusatoir
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFrance captain Thierry Dusautoir has attempted to downplay Les Bleus' determination to single out fit-again Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton in Dublin on Saturday.
O'Connell: It's Great To Have Johnny Back
1 decade ago by Irish Rugby NewsTeam captain Paul O'Connell has praised the return of out-half Jonathan Sexton to the Ireland fold ahead of Saturday's RBS 6 Nations showdown with France.
Ireland cautious over Johnny Sexton but buoyant as France come calling
1 decade ago by The GuardianJoe Schmidt is concerned about the schedule of a player forced to take a 12-week break after four bouts of concussion in a year, although the head coach welcomes the Six Nations return of the indispensable...
It's a credit to Johnny Sexton that he's 100pc after 12-week lay-off - Greg Feek
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentJohnny Sexton will take France's pledge to exploit any lingering weakness from his 12-week concussion lay-off fully in his stride in Dublin on Saturday, according to Greg Feek.
Paul O'Connell on France targeting Sexton: I played with ROG and teams always attacked the 10
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe Ireland team and management have reiterated their faith in Johnny Sexton’s ability to come through his return to action against France.
6 Nations youngest try scorers
1 decade ago5. Leigh HalfpennyThe 2013 Lions players of the series was 20 years and 53 days old when he scored on his Six Nations debut for Wales against Scotland in a 26-13 win in 2009. 4. Mirco BergamascoThe...
Ireland v France: Team news
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyJonathan Sexton, Jamie Heaslip and Sean O'Brien return to Ireland's starting XV for Saturday's Six Nations game against France.
Key match facts: Ireland v France
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsPreview of Saturday's international between Ireland and France at the Aviva Stadium.
Six Nations analysis: Scotland’s slick back-play
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldWhile Scotland began their Six Nations with a 15-8 loss to France, their attacking approach was eye-catching. We analyse where they will look to hurt Wales on Sunday.Packing a punch: Stuart Hogg inspired...
Six Nations preview: Ireland v France
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumIreland face France for the first time since the dramatic finale to last season's Six Nations - can the visitors gain revenge for defeat in Paris 12 months ago?
