Teary-eyed Ireland captain Johnny Sexton reflected on a "gutting" end to his glittering career following a heartbreaking World Cup exit at the hands of New Zealand.Andy Farrell's class of 2023 were bidding to make history in Paris by becoming the first Irish team to reach the last four of the tournament.

Teary-eyed Ireland captain Johnny Sexton reflected on a "gutting" end to his glittering career following a heartbreaking World Cup exit at the hands of New Zealand.Andy Farrell's class of 2023 were bidding to make history in Paris by becoming the first Irish team to reach the last four of the tournament.