'It's all about the World Cup' - Jamison Gibson-Park
While you have to go back to the summer of 2018 for the last meeting of Ireland and the Wallabies, the four-and-a-half year gap between games would have been cut in two if not for Covid-19.
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Roles reversed as Wallabies look to shock Ireland
While the gulf between Ireland and Australia in rugby's world rankings may not necessarily reflect reality, it's a stark reminder of how quickly the game has changed in either country.
Preview: Ireland eye winning finish against wounded Wallabies
Andy Farrell takes charge of Ireland for the 30th time on Saturday night as they bid to sign off on a groundbreaking year with a ninth win from 11 games.
Last-gasp penalty sends Portugal to Rugby World Cup
Portugal secured a World Cup place for only the second time in their history with the last kick of a 16-16 draw with the United States in the final qualification tournament.
Portugal snatch last qualification place at Rugby World Cup
DUBAI : Portugal kicked over a last-gasp penalty to grab the last available berth at next year’s Rugby World Cup as they held the United States to a dramatic 16-16 draw on Friday to qualify by the narrowest of margins.
Mike Catt: Ireland on right path to emulate my Rugby World Cup win
Assistant coach Mike Catt believes Ireland are "going in the right direction" towards emulating his "life-changing" achievement of winning the Rugby World Cup.
Ireland v Australia: All You Need to Know
A successful 12 months for Irish rugby so far, but there's still one big night left before they sign off.