Johnny Sexton pens new deal with IRFU

36 year-old Johnny Sexton has signed a contract extension which will run until the conclusion of the 2023 World Cup. 

This will be Sexton’s fourth World Cup in the Irish jersey. 

"I always said that if I am enjoying my rugby and the Ireland and Leinster set-ups believe I can add value to the environment then it would be an easy decision to sign another contract,” Sexton said.  

"There is some great talent coming through at Leinster at present and I am excited about the prospect of competing at a fourth World Cup with Ireland and the potential for growth in this group between now and then."