Ireland Vs. Fiji Rugby Lineups, Kickoff Time
Ireland Vs. Fiji Rugby Lineups, Kickoff Time
Ireland rugby leans on youth as Sam Prendergast makes his first career start against Fiji in the Autumn Nations Series. Here's what to know.
Sam Prendergast will get his first career start for Ireland against Fiji this weekend, as the Irish side leans on youngsters in the Autumn Nations Series clash.
The highly rated fly-half, who has impressed since breaking onto the scene, will partner with scrum-half Craig Casey in a fresh halfback pairing. Gus McCarthy and Cormac Izuchukwu also will make their debuts for Ireland.
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After losing to Scotland to open its Northern Tour, Fiji has won two straight matches, including a convincing comeback against Wales two weeks ago. Fly-half Caleb Muntz was crucial, scoring four penalty goals and a conversion to put the Flying Fijians over the Welsh. Muntz also had four conversions against Spain last week.
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Here's what to know about the Ireland vs. Fiji match on Nov. 23:
Ireland Vs. Fiji Rugby Kickoff Time
The match kicks off at 10:10 a.m. ET on Nov. 23 at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Ireland Rugby Lineup
- Andrew Porter
- Gus McCarthy
- Finlay Bealham
- Joe McCarthy
- Tadhg Beirne
- Cormac Izuchukwu
- Josh van der Flier
- Caelan Doris
- Craig Casey
- Sam Prendergast
- Jacob Stockdale
- Bundee Aki
- Robbie Henshaw
- Mack Hansen
- Jamie Osborne
Substitutes: 16. Ronan Kelleher, 17. Tom O'Toole, 18. Thomas Clarkson, 19. Iain Henderson, 20. Cian Prendergast, 21. Conor Murray, 22. Ciaran Frawley, 23. Stuart McCloskey
Fiji Rugby Lineup
- Eroni Mawi
- Tevita Ikanivere
- Luke Tagi
- Mesake Vocevoce
- Temo Mayanavanua
- Meli Derenalagi
- Kitione Salawa
- Elia Canakaivata
- Frank Lomani
- Caleb Muntz
- Ponipate Loganimasi
- Josua Tuisova
- Waisea Nayacalevu
- Jiuta Wainiqolo
- Vuate Karawalevu
Substitutes: 16. Sam Matavesi, 17. Haereiti Hetet, 18. Samu Tawake, 19. Setareki Turagacoke, 20. Albert Tuisue, 21. Peni Matawalu, 22. Vilimoni Botitu, 23. Sireli Maqala
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Ireland World Rugby Ranking
Ireland is ranked No. 2 in the world with 90.78 points.
Fiji World Rugby Ranking
Fiji is ranked No. 9 in the world with 80.07 points.
World Rugby Rankings 2024
- South Africa, 92.78
- Ireland, 90.78
- New Zealand, 90.09
- France, 88.08
- Argentina, 85.40
- Scotland, 82.70
- England, 82.31
- Australia, 82.17
- Fiji, 80.07
- Italy, 78.92
- Wales, 74.01
- Georgia, 73.85
- Japan, 72.95
- Samoa, 72.68
- USA, 68.90
- Portugal, 68.82
- Spain, 67.10
- Uruguay, 65.94
- Tonga, 65.46
- Romania, 64.13
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Investec Champions Cup:
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- Hollywoodbets Sharks
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- Leicester Tigers
- Ulster Rugby
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- Clermont Auvergne (ASM Clermont Auvergne)
- La Rochelle (Stade Rochelais)
- Bristol Bears
- Benetton Rugby
- Bath Rugby
Pool 3:
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- Munster Rugby
- Vodacom Bulls
- Stade Français Paris
- Saracens
- Castres Olympique
Pool 4:
- Glasgow Warriors
- Racing 92
- Sale Sharks
- DHL Stormers
- Toulon (RC Toulon)
- Harlequins
EPCR Challenge Cup
Pool 1:
- Cardiff Rugby
- Connacht Rugby
- Toyota Cheetahs
- Perpignan (USAP)
- Lyon Olympique Universitaire (Lyon O.U.)
- Zebre Parma
Pool 2:
- Montpellier Hérault Rugby
- Pau (Section Paloise)
- Newcastle Falcons
- Dragons RFC
- Emirates Lions
- Ospreys
Pool 3:
- RC Vannes
- Black Lion
- Bayonne (Aviron Bayonnais)
- Scarlets
- Edinburgh Rugby
- Gloucester Rugby
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