Sexton suspension: Fair or soft?
Johnny Sexton will be free to captain Ireland at the World Cup, but is his three-match ban for misconduct enough of a deterrent against the abuse of referees?
Sexton gets slap on the wrist
Johnny Sexton will be available to play for the Ireland at the World Cup, despite being found guilty of misconduct towards match officials in the aftermath of the Champions Cup final.
Sexton’s misconduct decision due ‘in coming days’
The decision from Ireland captain Johnny Sexton’s disciplinary hearing with European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) held on Thursday is expected “in the coming days”.
Sexton to face misconduct hearing
Johnny Sexton is to appear before an independent disciplinary panel on 13 July over “misconduct complaints” arising from last month’s Champions Cup final, organisers EPCR said on Thursday.
Sexton in hot water
Johnny Sexton has been hit with a misconduct letter for his comments towards referee Jaco Peyper in a blow to the Ireland flyhalf’s preparation for the World Cup.
Sexton to Peyper: ‘You’re a f-ing disgrace!’
Johnny Sexton reportedly insulted South African referee Jaco Peyper and his match officials after Leinster were beaten by La Rochelle in the Champions Cup final.
Sexton set to miss rest of season
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton looks likely to miss the rest of the European season after injuring his groin in the win against England that sealed the Six Nations title this month.
Leinster without Sexton as Six Nations takes its toll
Runaway Vodacom United Rugby Championship log leaders Leinster will be without Irish kingpin Johnny Sexton for their top-of-the-table clash against the DHL Stormers on Friday night.
Sexton: ‘Bloody hell, what a team!’
Skipper Johnny Sexton relished what was a “dream” final Six Nations Test for the veteran flyhalf after Ireland beat England on Saturday to claim their fourth Grand Slam.
Sexton plays down Six Nations swansong
Johnny Sexton says even though Saturday’s match at home to England will be his last in the Six Nations and could end with a Grand Slam win, it does not feel as momentous as winning his 100th cap.
