DUBLIN (Reuters) - Fit again, Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton returns to the side for Saturday's visit of France as coach Joe Schmidt picked from a near full strength squad in a bid to stay in contention for the Six Nations title. He's obviously a leader within the team, and his experience contributes some of that leadership," Schmidt told a news conference on Thursday. The New Zealander made two other changes after the 63-10 rout of Italy last time out, both in the front row. "We're really hopeful that they are primed to contribute, because I think the French replacements are really strong as well. "I think they (France) are really dangerous.

Source: The Star February 23, 2017 14:48 UTC