Johnny Sexton: Eire captain given three-match ban however cleared to play in World Cup

The injured Johnny Sexton entered the pitch after Leinster’s European Champions Cup defeat by La Rochelle in Dublin Eire captain Johnny Sexton has been given a three-match ban that can see him miss his nation’s three World Cup warm-up matches. Sexton, 38, is just not allowed to play within the fixtures towards Italy, England and … Read more

Scotland to play Chile in the final match of three-match Argentina tour series

Gregor Townsend claims Argentina will be a great preparation for the Rugby World Cup finals Scotland is in discussions to play Chile ahead of their three-match summer series against Argentina. The final details have been confirmed by Scottish Rugby, who announced the plans for their games against Pumas. They will be played on 2 July. … Read more