HomepagesportRugbySubscriberDonal Lenihan: The Sexton call, dangerous Tonga, and the World Cup injury curse Three Talking Points from our man in Nantes ahead of the second weekend of action at the Rugby World Cup GAME TWO: Jonathan Sexton in Nantes. Pic Credit ©INPHO/Dan SheridanSat, 16 Sep, 2023 - 16:23Donal Lenihan, Nantes 1. Selection strategy. The question on everyone’s lips prior to the announcement of the Irish side the start against Tonga Saturday night was what role, if any, Johnny Sexton would play in this game? This is exclusive subscriber content. Already a subscriber? Sign in Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner. Annual €130€80 Best value Monthly €12€6 / month Subscribe #Rugby World Cup#Sport - Top Picks Six Nations Podcast: Ireland v Italy previewREAD NOW Subscribe Now
