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Johnny Sexton Agrees New Contract With IRFU

Tuesday, 8 March 2022 at 13:49

It'll keep him under contract until after next year's Rugby World Cup.

Johnny Sexton has signed a new contract with the IRFU.

The Leinster and Ireland out-half has agreed a deal until the end of next year's World Cup.

Sexton recorded his 100th Ireland appearance against Japan last year, while he has played on 178 occasions for Leinster.

The former World Player of the Year was appointed Ireland captain by Andy Farrell in January 2020 and has led the team to ten victories in his 13 game tenure as the on field general.

David Nucifora, IRFU Performance Director, commented,

"Johnny’s performances continue to be of the highest standard and he remains an integral member of the Ireland and Leinster squads.  He has always been a leader on the field and in the past two years since taking on the Ireland captaincy his leadership off it has been top class.  Johnny is a generational player and we are delighted that he has extended to 2023."

Johnny Sexton, commented,

"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.  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."

 

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