Sean O'Brien: Johnny Sexton won't be affected by Owen Farrell speculation

The Leinster club-mates both start for the Lions a week out from the first Test against the All Blacks in Auckland.

By Simon Lewis

It may be a big day for Johnny Sexton on Saturday when he starts for the British & Irish Lions against the Maori All Blacks but Ireland No.10 will not let the absence of Owen Farrell have any effect on his performance, says team-mate Sean O'Brien.