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World Rugby

Ireland Rugby Picks Up Historic Win Over Wallabies To Close 2024 Season

Ireland Rugby Picks Up Historic Win Over Wallabies To Close 2024 Season

Ireland Rugby finishes the 2024 International Rugby season with a thrilling win over improving Wallabies of Australia.

Nov 30, 2024 by Joe Harrington
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Australia Rugby was up for the challenge against the No. 2 team in the world, but on the 150th anniversary of Irish Rugby, and playing in Dublin, the Irish scored late to win 22-19 on Nov. 30. 

Gus McCarthy scored a try in the 72nd minute to give Ireland a 20-19 lead, and Jack Crowley nailed the conversion, as Ireland closed out the 2024 international season with a win in front of a packed Aviva Stadium. 

The celebration of Irish rugby, which saw Cian Healy become the most-capped player in the nation's history, was almost muted. 

Australia led at halftime and took a 10-0 lead early, as former Irish coach Joe Schmidt continued to show the growth he's made since taking over the Wallabies earlier this year. 

Caelan Doris gave Ireland a brief lead in the second half, but Noah Lolesio hit a penalty kick from 48 meters out to regain the lead. Moments later, McCarthy scored after a lineout near the endzone. 

Ireland Rugby Final 2024 Record

Ireland finishes the year 8-3. 

Australia Rugby Final Record

Australia finishes 6-7 on the year. 

Ireland Rugby Closes Out 2024 With Thrilling Rally, Win Over Wallabies -FT

Ireland 22, Australia 19

Ireland scored in the final 10 minutes and hung on to beat the the motivated Wallabies in the final test match of the year. 

Harry Potter On The Field For Australia -78'

Ireland 22, Australia 19

Expelliarmus! Yes. Australia has a Harry Potter on the team. 

Another Look: Watch Gus McCarthy's Try For Ireland Rugby

Can Wallabies Answer? Ask England Rugby-75'

Ireland 22, Australia 19

Australia is looking to rally in the final five minutes, just like it did a few weeks ago against England. 

Gus McCarthy Gives Ireland Rugby The Lead! Aviva Stadium Explodes-72'

Ireland 22, Australia 19

Ireland Rugby takes the lead with Gus McCarthy try! Jack Crowley converts.

Ireland Rugby Lineout coming-72'

Ireland 15, Australia 19

Can Ireland take the lead?

10 Minutes To Go, Can Ireland Take The Lead?-70'

Ireland 15, Australia 19

Ireland Rugby trails the Wallabies by four and is on the attack as the final 10 minutes begin. 

Read More: Cian Healy Breaks Irish Rugby Appearance Record Against Australia

Cian Healy breaks Ireland’s rugby caps record with his 134th appearance in a historic match against Australia, cementing his legacy as a true Irish legend

Read the full story!

Cian Healy Makes Ireland History- '66

Ireland 15, Australia 19

Cian Healy now is the most experienced Irish rugby player ever with 134 caps. Fittingly, after a standing ovation, he entered a scrum. 

Noah Lolesio, Again, Again! Penalty Kick Gives Wallabies A Bigger Lead-'62

Ireland 15, Australia 19

Noah Lolesio nails an incredibly long kick and the Wallabies leads 19-15. 

Noah Lolesio, Again! Penalty Kick Gives Wallabies Lead-'55

Ireland 15, Australia 16

Ireland's lead didn't last long, as Noah Lolesio nailed another penalty kick. 

Peter O'Mahoney In For Ireland Rugby -53

Ireland 14, Australia 13

Peter O’Mahony makes 110th appearance, and his son Theo is a mascot today. 

Caelan Doris Helps Give Ireland Rugby The Lead -48

Ireland 14, Australia 13

Ireland Rugby has the lead after captain Caelan Doris, the No. 2 player in the world for Leinster Rugby, rammed his way into the end zone. Sam Prendergast converted. 

Aviva Stadium Is Awake. Ireland Threatening To Score-48

Ireland 8, Australia 13

Ireland Rugby has a lineout near the touchline. 

Sam Prendergast Cuts Into Australia Lead-42

Ireland 8, Australia 13

Penalty kick by Sam Prendergast leads to three Irish points in the opening minutes of the second half. 

Australia Vs. Ireland Rugby: What To Watch This Half

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Cian Healy is poised to break the Ireland caps record this 40 minutes, and Munster Rugby star Peter O’Mahony's possible appearance could be his last against Australia, as the 35-year-old is set to retire after this season. 

Australia Vs. Ireland Rugby Is Back For Second Half

Australia 13, Ireland 5

The second half is underway at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. 

Australia vs. Ireland Rugby Halftime Stats

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Here are the numbers: 

Attack

  • Tries: Ireland 1 | Wallabies 1
  • Meters: Ireland 174 | Wallabies 222
  • Carries: Ireland 54 | Wallabies 62
  • Defenders Beaten: Ireland 10 | Wallabies 14
  • Clean Breaks: Ireland 3 | Wallabies 3
  • Passes: Ireland 113 | Wallabies 96
  • Offloads: Ireland 2 | Wallabies 2
  • Turnovers Conceded: Ireland 13 | Wallabies 7

Defense

  • Tackles: Ireland 79 | Wallabies 62
  • Missed Tackles: Ireland 14 | Wallabies 10
  • Turnovers Won: Ireland 2 | Wallabies 4

Kicking

  • Kicks in Play: Ireland 8 | Wallabies 18
  • Conversions: Ireland 0/1 | Wallabies 1/1
  • Penalty Goals: Ireland N/A | Wallabies 2/2
  • Drop Goals: Ireland N/A | Wallabies N/A
  • Charged Down: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0
  • Kick From Hand Meters: Ireland 231 | Wallabies 446
  • Kicks Into Touch: Ireland 8 | Wallabies 10
  • Opponent Collection: Ireland 3 | Wallabies 7
  • Kick Success: Ireland 0% | Wallabies 100%
  • Possession Lost: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0
  • Possession Retained: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0

Breakdown

  • Rucks Won: Ireland 40 | Wallabies 47
  • Rucks Lost: Ireland 2 | Wallabies 0
  • Rucks Success Rate: Ireland 95% | Wallabies 100%
  • Mauls Won: Ireland 1 | Wallabies 0

Set Plays

  • Lineouts Won: Ireland 11 | Wallabies 5
  • Lineouts Lost: Ireland 2 | Wallabies 0
  • Lineouts Success Rate: Ireland 84% | Wallabies 100%
  • Scrums Won: Ireland 3 | Wallabies 4
  • Scrums Lost: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0
  • Scrums Success Rate: Ireland 100% | Wallabies 100%

Possession

  • Overall Possession: Ireland 49% | Wallabies 51%
  • First Half: Ireland 49% | Wallabies 51%
  • Second Half: Ireland 0% | Wallabies 0%
  • Last 10 Mins Possession: Ireland 55% | Wallabies 45%

Discipline

  • Penalties Conceded: Ireland 4 | Wallabies 6
  • Red Cards: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0
  • Yellow Cards: Ireland 0 | Wallabies 0
  • Penalty Conceded (Own Half): Ireland 2 | Wallabies 3

Australia Wallabies Spoiling Irish Rugby Birthday

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Australia leads Ireland by eight at halftime, as the Wallabies are spoiling the 150th anniversary of Ireland Rugby celebration at Aviva Stadium. 

A lot of errors have put the Irish in a hole, along with a tough Australia defense that has come to Dublin to play from rugby. 

Wallabies Defense Hangs Tough-36'

Ireland 5, Australia 13

Australia gained possession and prevented an Ireland score.  

Irish Rugby Wins Forces Turnover, Lineout Coming-35'

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Ireland is near the goaline after forcing a turnover and now is near the touchline in the final five minutes of the half. 

Australia Rugby Wins Another Scrum-34'

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Australia is threatening to score again after winning another scrum. 

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Australia Rugby Builds Lead, As Noah Lolesio Kicks Again -32'

Australia 13, Ireland 5

Australia leads Ireland by eight after Noah Lolesio's second penalty kick. 

Where Is Will Skelton For Australia Rugby?

Will Skelton is back with his Top 14 club, La Rochelle today. La Rochelle is playing Vannes right now on FloRugby

Australia Rugby Winning Turnover Battle -28'

Australia 10, Ireland 5

Australia has forced three turnovers to help gain the lead so far. 

Ireland Rugby Jersey Celebrates 150 Years Of Ireland Rugby

Ireland is wearing throwback jerseys today in honor of 150 years of Irish Rugby. 

Josh van der Flier Scores First Ireland Rugby Try -22'

Australia 10, Ireland 5

Ireland Rugby passed up a penalty kick and used a lineout to set up a maul near the end zone, and eventually, Josh van der Flier of Leinster Rugby barreled into the end zone for the score. Ireland didn't convert the kick. 

Max Jorgensen, Australia Rugby With First Try -18'

Australia 10, Ireland 0

Max Jorgensen of the NSW Waratahs scored the match's first try, as Australia has come to play in Dublin. Noah Lolesio converted. 

Australia Rugby Defense Impressive So Far-16'

Australia 3, Ireland 0

The Wallabies have stopped the attacking Irish now three times, as Joe Schmidt's squad looks up to the challenge against the No. 2 team. 

Noah Lolesio, Australia Rugby Take Lead On Penalty Kick -8'

Australia 3, Ireland 0

The Wallabies took the lead, as Noah Lolesio of ACT Brumbies nailed a penalty kick. 

Australia Loses Possession, TMO Check -8'

Ireland 0, Australia 0

The Wallabies had the ball and were moving down the field, but a miscue by the Wallabies led to the loss of possession. There's now a TMO check after a head-to-head hit.

Australia Rugby Defense Holds, Win Scrum -5'

Ireland 0, Australia 0

The Wallabies stop Ireland from scoring near the end zone and took possession via a scrum to stop the attack. 

First Scrum Of The Match Goes To Ireland Rugby -3'

Ireland 0, Australia 0

Ireland won the first scrum and is on the attack. 

And Ireland Vs. Australia Rugby Is Underway

Ireland Vs. Australia Rugby Anthems

We're singing anthems in Dublin as this match is moments away from starting. 

Cian Healy And Ireland Rugby History

Ireland Rugby is celebrating 150 years of rugby and no, Cian Healy didn't start in that first game. 

It just feels like he was one of the lads in that first match. For 15 years, he's been a fixture for Ireland. The reserve prop needs one more appearance to make Ireland history. 

And he does so against the team he started it all against, Australia. Healy played in this match in 2009 against Australia, a 10-10 draw. 

Andy Farrell Sticking With Sam Prendergast 

Much of the Ireland Rugby narrative this autumn has centered on the No. 10 spot in the lineup. Jack Crowley, who plays for Munster Rugby, was taken out of the lineup in favor of Sam Prendergast of Leinster Rugby. 

The 21-year-old has replaced Johnny Sexton on Leinster at the fly-half, while Crowley replaced Sexton on the national team following the 2023 Rugby World Cup. 

Ireland Vs. Australia Rugby Stats

Wallabies Star Angus Bell Will Miss Ireland Vs. Australia Match

Angus Bell will miss the match due to an illness. Isaac Kailea will replace him as a reserve prop. 

Ireland Vs. Australia Rugby Coin Toss

Cian Healy Set To Make Ireland Rugby History

Veteran prop Cian Healy, 37, will make history today, if the replacement plays against Australia. He'll become the most-capped Irish rugby player ever, surpassing Brian O'Driscoll with his 134th appearance. 

Andy Farrell Looking For Win Before Coaching British And Ireland Lions

Andy Farrell, the head coach of Ireland since 2018 when he replaced Joe Schmidt, the current Australia coach, is taking a sabbatical following this match to coach the British and Ireland Lions in 2025 during its tour of Australia. Farrell will not coach in the Six Nations, instead Simon Easterby, the defence coach, will lead Ireland. 

What's The Best Rivalry In Test Rugby In 2024?

We asked several players what the best rivalry in test rugby is. Many pointed to South Africa vs. New Zealand, but some pointed to Ireland vs. South Africa, Ireland vs. England and Australia vs. the All Blacks. 

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Where Do Ireland Rugby Players Play Professionally? Mostly Leinster Rugby

  • Andrew Porter: Leinster Rugby
  • Ronan Kelleher: Leinster Rugby
  • Finlay Bealham: Connacht Rugby
  • Joe McCarthy: Leinster Rugby
  • James Ryan: Leinster Rugby
  • Tadhg Beirne: Munster Rugby
  • Josh van der Flier: Leinster Rugby
  • Caelan Doris (captain): Leinster Rugby
  • Jamison Gibson-Park: Leinster Rugby
  • Sam Prendergast: Leinster Rugby
  • James Lowe: Leinster Rugby
  • Bundee Aki: Connacht Rugby
  • Robbie Henshaw: Leinster Rugby
  • Mack Hansen: Connacht Rugby
  • Hugo Keenan: Leinster Rugby

Replacements

  • Gus McCarthy: Leinster Rugby
  • Cian Healy: Leinster Rugby
  • Tom O’Toole: Ulster Rugby
  • Iain Henderson: Ulster Rugby
  • Peter O’Mahony: Munster Rugby
  • Craig Casey: Munster Rugby
  • Jack Crowley: Munster Rugby
  • Garry Ringrose: Leinster Rugby

Every player will play in either the Investec Champions Cup or the EPCR Challenge Cup starting on Dec. 6 and streaming live on FloRugby. 

Where Do The Australia Rugby Players Play Professionally?

  • 15 Tom Wright: ACT Brumbies
  • 14 Andrew Kellaway: NSW Waratahs
  • 13 Joseph-Akuso Suaalii: NSW Waratahs
  • 12 Len Ikitau: ACT Brumbies
  • 11 Max Jorgensen: NSW Waratahs
  • 10 Noah Lolesio: ACT Brumbies
  • 9 Jake Gordon: NSW Waratahs
  • 8 Harry Wilson (captain): Queensland Reds
  • 7 Fraser McReight: Queensland Reds
  • 6 Rob Valetini: ACT Brumbies
  • 5 Jeremy Williams: Western Force
  • 4 Nick Frost: ACT Brumbies
  • 3 Taniela Tupou: NSW Waratahs
  • 2 Brandon Paenga-Amosa: Western Force
  • 1 James Slipper: ACT Brumbies

Replacements: 

  • 16 Billy Pollard: ACT Brumbies
  • 17 Angus Bell: NSW Waratahs
  • 18 Allan Alaalatoa: ACT Brumbies
  • 19 Lukhan Salakaia-Loto: Queensland Reds
  • 20 Langi Gleeson: NSW Waratahs
  • 21 Tate McDermott: Queensland Reds
  • 22 Tane Edmed: NSW Waratahs
  • 23 Harry Potter: Western Force

When Does Super Rugby Season Start? The Wallabies Need To Know

Many of the players on the Australia National team play for Super Rugby clubs domestically. Super Rugby season has not started yet, as the Southern Hemisphere uses a different rugby schedule. 

Super Rugby season begins Feb. 14. 

Friday, Feb. 14
1:05 a.m. ET: Crusaders vs. Hurricanes
3:35 a.m. ET: Waratahs vs. Highlanders
10:35 p.m. ET: Fijian Drua vs. Brumbies

Saturday, Feb. 15
1:05am ET: Blues vs. Chiefs
3:35am ET: Force vs. Moana Pasifika

Super Rugby streams live on FloRugby and the FloSports app. 

Australia Rugby Holds All-Time Record Vs. Ireland

Australia is 22-1-14 all-time against Ireland. That includes an 11-game winning streak from 1981-2002. 

Ireland, however, has won three matches in a row dating back to 2018, a 20-16 win in Sydney.

Ireland won in 2022 at the Autumn Nations, 13-10. 

Ireland Rugby Wearing Classic Jerseys Vs. Wallabies

Ireland Vs. Australia Rugby Previews

Read more about today's match: 

When Is Ireland Vs. Australia Kickoff?

The match will kickoff from Aviva Stadium in Dublin at 10:10 a.m. ET. 

On What Channel Is Ireland Rugby Vs. The Australia Wallabies?

The match is streaming live on Peacock in the United States.

Ireland Rugby Lineup

  • 15 Hugo Keenan
  • 14 Mack Hansen
  • 13 Robbie Henshaw
  • 12 Bundee Aki,
  • 11 James Lowe
  • 10 Sam Prendergast
  • 9 Jamison Gibson-Park
  • 8 Caelan Doris (captain)
  • 7 Josh van der Flier
  • 6 Tadhg Beirne
  • 5 James Ryan
  • 4 Joe McCarthy
  • 3 Finlay Bealham
  • 2 Ronan Kelleher
  • 1 Andrew Porter

Replacements: 16 Gus McCarthy, 17 Cian Healy, 18 Tom O’Toole, 19 Iain Henderson, 20 Peter O’Mahony, 21 Craig Casey, 22 Jack Crowley, 23 Garry Ringrose.

Australia Wallabies Rugby Lineup

  • 15 Tom Wright
  • 14 Andrew Kellaway
  • 13 Joseph-Akuso Suaalii
  • 12 Len Ikitau
  • 11 Max Jorgensen
  • 10 Noah Lolesio
  • 9 Jake Gordon
  • 8 Harry Wilson (captain)
  • 7 Fraser McReight
  • 6 Rob Valetini
  • 5 Jeremy Williams
  • 4 Nick Frost
  • 3 Taniela Tupou
  • 2 Brandon Paenga-Amosa
  • 1 James Slipper

Replacements: 16 Billy Pollard, 17 Angus Bell, 18 Allan Alaalatoa, 19 Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, 20 Langi Gleeson, 21 Tate McDermott, 22 Tane Edmed, 23 Harry Potter

Ireland World Rugby Ranking

Ireland is ranked No. 2 in the world with 90,78 points.

Australia World Rugby Ranking

The Wallabies are ranked No. 8 in the world with 81.52 points.

World Rugby Rankings 2024

  1. South Africa – 92.78
  2. Ireland – 90.78
  3. New Zealand – 90.36
  4. France – 88.51
  5. Argentina – 84.97
  6. Scotland – 83.34
  7. England – 82.31
  8. Australia – 81.52
  9. Fiji – 80.07
  10. Italy – 78.64

URC Rugby Schedule For Round 7 Fixtures

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URC Rugby Fixtures Friday, Nov. 29

URC Rugby Fixtures Saturday, Nov. 30

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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