French wary of 'outstanding tactician' Johnny Sexton

Jonathan Sexton

A 'maturing' France side will be wary of 'outstanding tactician' Johnny Sexton as they seek to step up their development with a first win in Dublin in 10 years.

Backs coach Laurent Labit, who worked with Sexton at Racing 92, sidestepped the concussion controversy that has surrounded the player this week after two French neurosurgeons questioned whether the Irish fly-half should be able to play on Sunday.