Isa Nacewa: Joey Carbery ready but Johnny Sexton won’t rest easy

Isa Nacewa says Joey Carbery has proven himself capable of leading Leinster — but warned Johnny Sexton would not welcome any attempts to force him into a period of rest.

The Ireland and Leinster no.10 has struggled for fitness this season, with hamstring injuries curtailing his game time for club and country.

His absences have boosted Carbery’s stock, with the 21-year-old showing his class in 12 appearances this season already, making his European debut last month, as well as winning his first three international caps, against New Zealand, Canada and Australia.