Jonathan Sexton

Six Nations 2015: England's inexperienced back three are ready to be tested by Ireland

The selection of Jack Nowell for his first Test start on England’s left wing is likely to have posed the most questions for Ireland’s brains trust for tomorrow’s encounter in Dublin. Jonny May,...

Preview & key stats: Ireland v England (Sun)

Jordi Murphy replaces the injured Jamie Heaslip at number eight in Ireland's sole change to the starting XV to face England. Tommy O'Donnell and Eoin Reddan replace Murphy and Isaac Boss respectively...

Ireland v England: George Ford's game is perfect to flat-foot hosts and steal Six Nations victory

George Ford, at first glance, is not a nose-to-nose rugby player. He is hardly the most musclebound of No10s, and he is not going to dominate the defensive channels. Against Wales, he missed...

Five players you might include in your Fantasy Six Nations team this weekend

Jonathan SextonAfter an impressive performance against France last time out, Sexton looks to be a certain pick in your fantasy Rugby team this weekend. With only two tries in the last two games between...

Ireland analysis: The tactical kicking of Conor Murray and Jonathan Sexton

England will have to deal with arguably the smartest half-back pairing on the planet in Dublin. We analyse what Ireland's nine-ten axis will offer.Brains trust: Jonathan Sexton and Conor Murray during...

Five key battles ahead of the Ireland v England game

Healy v ColeIf Healy is recalled to the starting XV on Sunday he will come against Dan Cole once again, as the two continue their rivalry. The scrum is going to be a huge factor in who will win on...

Ireland call up Wilson and Holland

Forwards Roger Wilson and Billy Holland have been added to the Ireland squad for Sunday's Six Nations match against England in Dublin. Ulster back row Wilson's only full cap was back in 2005...

Ireland deny England the Grand Slam in 2011

Schmidt and Lancaster in epic duel

Defending Six Nations champions Ireland might be the bookies' favourites against fellow unbeaten side England in Dublin on Sunday, but the hosts' coach Joe Schmidt is too canny to believe the odds accurately...

Ireland v England: Scrum key to Six Nations showdown

That England go to Dublin with good prospects of winning is remarkable, given their injury situation and the relative lack of preparation time. They are not favourites, as home advantage is...