Johnny Sexton: 'I loved being back in an environment where I was comfortable'

Johnny Sexton was delighted to jump at the chance to get into the coaching role when Andy Farrell called after taking a break following his retirement.

NEW ROLE: Johnny Sexton was delighted to get back into the rugby world following a break after his retirement. Pic: ©INPHO/Billy Stickland

Johnny Sexton has vowed to enjoy the moment as he takes his first steps into full-time coaching at the highest level with the British & Irish Lions.

The former Ireland fly-half, Test centurion and captain, who left rugby following his retirement at the end of the 2023 World Cup, returned to the Irish camp at head coach Andy Farrell’s invitation on a part-time basis last November and returned in a similar capacity for this season’s Six Nations campaign.