Johnny Sexton celebrated his 100th Test for Ireland with a 16-point contribution as his side went on to thrash Japan 60-5 in the Autumn Nations Series opener at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has called up uncapped Connacht winger Mack Hansen to the squad ahead of the autumn internationals opener against Japan to be played at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
Ahead of his team’s Autumn Nations Series opener against Japan on Saturday, Johnny Sexton spoke about building towards the Rugby World Cup in 2023 and looking over his shoulder at the talent emerging at fly-half.
Japan flanker Ben Gunter feels the Brave Blossoms can be competitive if they are given a chance to compete in the Rugby Championship tournament following their spirited performance against Australia in Oita on Saturday.
Australian-born trio Jack Cornelsen, Ben Gunter and Dylan Riley are in line to make their debut for Japan as they set to take on the Wallabies in Oita on Saturday.
Ireland have received a much-needed boost ahead of their summer series opener against Japan on Saturday with James Ryan declared fit after overcoming his injury.
Having been in Edinburgh for the British and Irish Lions’ pre-tour match against Japan at Murrayfield, Joe Harvey has offered his thoughts on how the Lions are faring so far and the loss of Alun Wyn Jones.