Jonny Sexton in new role with Ireland? Clover's legendary XV bowed out after the 2023 World Cup quarter-final defeat against New Zealand, and he was deeply disappointed by the omission. But a year later, Sexton was already able to return to the selection. XV Du Clover's former number 10 could step into a new role and he has no intention of donning his crampons again. Sexton can be a strategic advisor.

A new role for Sexton?

According to reports from the UK, Sexton is in talks to join the Irish national team staff, this time in a consulting role. The 39-year-old former Leinster fly-half can bring all his experience to the Irish selection, a living legend of the selection. He will mentor Ireland XV's fly-halves such as Jack Crowley, Ciaran Frawley and Sam Prendergast. He can fulfill his mission in the Six Nations tournament.