Sexton breaks records as Ireland eye Springboks at World Cup

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Ireland ran in eight tries in a convincing 59-16 bonus-point win against the Tongans in Nantes, but it was when Sexton touched down in the 38th minute that history was made, becoming Ireland's all-time Test points scorer.

PARIS, France - Johnny Sexton became Ireland's all-time test points scorer as Ireland swept aside Tonga at the World Cup on Saturday after Wales made it two pool wins in two.

Yet a far tougher test awaits next Saturday when Ireland head to Paris to take on defending champions South Africa."We'll move on, and we'll concentrate now on a massive game next week," he added. Earlier, Wales also racked up a bonus-point win in a 28-8 victory against an impressive Portugal side. As the Portuguese resistance held firm, it looked as if Wales might miss out on a bonus point that could prove decisive in a Pool C that also includes Australia and Georgia, two teams that beat Wales in the November internationals.

 

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