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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.

Nov 23, 2024 by R. R. Ellis
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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. 

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

  1. Andrew Porter
  2. Gus McCarthy
  3. Finlay Bealham
  4. Joe McCarthy
  5. Tadhg Beirne
  6. Cormac Izuchukwu
  7. Josh van der Flier
  8. Caelan Doris
  9. Craig Casey
  10. Sam Prendergast
  11. Jacob Stockdale
  12. Bundee Aki
  13. Robbie Henshaw
  14. Mack Hansen
  15. 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

  1. Eroni Mawi
  2. Tevita Ikanivere
  3. Luke Tagi
  4. Mesake Vocevoce
  5. Temo Mayanavanua
  6. Meli Derenalagi
  7. Kitione Salawa
  8. Elia Canakaivata
  9. Frank Lomani
  10. Caleb Muntz
  11. Ponipate Loganimasi
  12. Josua Tuisova
  13. Waisea Nayacalevu
  14. Jiuta Wainiqolo
  15. 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

  1. South Africa, 92.78
  2. Ireland, 90.78
  3. New Zealand, 90.09
  4. France, 88.08
  5. Argentina, 85.40
  6. Scotland, 82.70
  7. England, 82.31
  8. Australia, 82.17
  9. Fiji, 80.07
  10. Italy, 78.92
  11. Wales, 74.01
  12. Georgia, 73.85
  13. Japan, 72.95
  14. Samoa, 72.68
  15. USA, 68.90
  16. Portugal, 68.82
  17. Spain, 67.10
  18. Uruguay, 65.94
  19. Tonga, 65.46
  20. Romania, 64.13

When Does The 2024-2025 Investec Champions Cup Begin? When Is The Champions Cup Final?

The Investec Champions Cup and the EPCR Challenge Cup begin Dec. 6, and the four-round pool-play action ends Jan. 19, 2025. The Round of 16 starts on April 4, while the quarterfinals are April 11-13. The semifinals are May 2-4. 

The EPCR Championships weekend is in Cardiff, Wales at Principality Stadium. There are championship games on May 23 (EPCR Challenge Cup) and May 24 (Investec Champions Cup). 

What Are The Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Pools?

Here are the pools:

Investec Champions Cup: 

  • Toulouse (Stade Toulousain)
  • Bordeaux-Bègles (Union Bordeaux-Bègles)
  • Hollywoodbets Sharks
  • Exeter Chiefs
  • Leicester Tigers
  • Ulster Rugby

Pool 2:

  • Leinster Rugby
  • Clermont Auvergne (ASM Clermont Auvergne)
  • La Rochelle (Stade Rochelais)
  • Bristol Bears
  • Benetton Rugby
  • Bath Rugby

Pool 3:

  • Northampton Saints
  • 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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