Johnny Sexton expected to return for Ireland’s clash against Scotland

Sexton has been included in a 37-man training squad for the penultimate round of the Six Nations.

Johnny Sexton (Mike Egerton/PA) (PA Wire)

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Johnny Sexton is among several big names expected to return for Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations title clash against Scotland in Edinburgh on Sunday.

Sexton has been included in a 37-man training squad for the penultimate round of the Championship as Andy Farrell’s men step up their push for the Grand Slam.

The 37-year-old fly-half is expected to come in for Ross Byrne, who started the 34-20 victory over Italy, after struggling with a groin injury.

Scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park, prop Tadhg Furlong and centre Robbie Henshaw are also present following spells in the treatment room.

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Johnny Sexton expected to return for Ireland’s clash against Scotland

Sexton has been included in a 37-man training squad for the penultimate round of the Six Nations.

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