Ratings: Irish out-halves impress in win v Australia

Ireland capped off their Autumn Nations Series with a late comeback win over Australia, as Gus McCarthy's try in the final eight minutes saw them edge Joe Schmidt's side.

On a day when Andy Farrell's side had to dig deep, here's how we rated them...

Hugo Keenan – 7

The full-back had a miscommunication with Robbie Henshaw in the build-up to the Australia try, but made up for it with the ball in hand. Ireland's attack got him involved a lot, and he made 72 metres off 13 carries. Could have scored an early try, but spilled forward after a great covering tackle.

Mack Hansen – 6

Always looked to get involved, and while it was a very busy performance from the wing, he was unable to create much, in large parts down to a well-organised Australian defence.

Robbie Henshaw – 7

Gave Ireland some good gainline success, and his 14 carries were more than any other player in green. Will be frustrated with the miscommunication with Keenan under a high ball which led to the Australia try.

Bundee Aki – 7

Had a quiet afternoon by his normal standards in attack, but one beautiful pass to Lowe in the opening half almost created a try. Provided some important tackles – seven in total – on the other side of the ball, while he forced a turnover at a breakdown in the second half.

James Lowe – 6

Ireland’s handling was an issue this afternoon, and Lowe had a frustrating afternoon in that regard, with four turnovers conceded. Connected beautifully with Prendergast on a crossfield kick early in the second half, but a knock-on soon ended the attack.

Sam Prendergast (below) – 8

Had a lot of pressure on his shoulders, and put in an excellent performance. His kicking was pinpoint, and his crossfield effort to Lowe in the second half was perfectly