French wary of Johnny Sexton’s return to fold

A week ago it was the return to France of Vern Cotter that was taxing French minds ahead of their Six Nations opener against Scotland. 

This week it is the likely return of Johnny Sexton to Irish colours which is causing the headaches as Phillipe Saint-Andre’s side prepare for their trip to Dublin.

His Racing Metro teammate Teddy Thomas needs no reminding of what Sexton will bring to the Irish team.