He looks set to be fit for Ireland's opener against Wales.
Johnny Sexton is set to be fit for Ireland's opening Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff on Sunday week.
The captain picked up a hamstring strain in Leinster's win over Munster last weekend, but he is hoping to train either later this week or early next week.
Speaking at the launch of the tournament today, Wales coach Wayne Pivac says Andy Farrell's men will be tough nuts to crack.:
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