Ireland have now beaten each of rugby’s leading countries during Farrell’s tenure and registered a record 13 consecutive Test victories on home soil. Captain Sexton feels a strong spirit is the Irish camp’s prime asset and credits the blend of work ethic and camaraderie for keeping him “hungry”. “It’s just an enjoyable place to come in and work and we get the balance right between enjoying each other’s company and then switch on and work and work hard. Farrell’s men have also defeated England, Scotland, Wales, New Zealand, world champions South Africa and Australia during the past 12 months. Fly-half Sexton contributed seven points with his boot against Les Bleus, while his replacement Ross Byrne added a further five.

Source: The Herald February 12, 2023 21:12 UTC