Rugby World Cup 2019: Johnny Sexton remains Ireland’s prophet and talisman ahead of pool...

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Johnny Sexton's ability to predict what happens next on the pitch has ensured the World Player of the Year is peerless, according to teammate Chris Farrell. The Leinster fly-half remains the talisman on whom Ireland hang their Rugby World Cup ambitions, with boss Joe Schmidt confident the 34-year-old will be fully fit for the Pool A finale against Samoa. Understudies Jack Carty and Joey Carbery provide plenty of skill and panache at the backline's pivot, but none in green can rival Sexton at his spiky, demanding and ruthless peak.

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