Sexton on bench for ‘fired up’ Leinster

PreviewLeinster v MontpellierToday, Kick-off 1pmIRELAND captain Johnny Sexton is back in the Leinster squad after a two-month injury lay-off.The fly-half has been named on the bench as the Covid-hit province return to action for the first time since beating Bath on December 11.Leo Cullen’s side were not able to play Montpellier a week later due to Covid cases in the squad, and it was confirmed this week that the French team will be awarded a 28-0 win.Sexton has not played since injuring his knee and ankle in Ireland’s victory over New Zealand in Dublin on November 1...

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