🗓️ Date: Saturday 15 November 2025
🕐 Kick-off: 20:10 GMT
🏟️ Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
📺 Broadcast: TNT Sports (UK & Ireland) - more TV info here
Tickets: Via Ticketmaster
🔍 Overview
Ireland welcome Australia to Dublin for a prime-time showdown in the Quilter Nations Series. It’s a fixture loaded with recent history, not least the Lions tour, where Irish players dominated the Test team and helped secure a series win on Australian soil. The Wallabies, still smarting from that defeat, arrive with a point to prove.
Joe Schmidt’s side stunned South Africa in Johannesburg earlier this year, overturning a 22–0 deficit to win 38–22 - their first win at Ellis Park in 62 years. That result has reignited belief in the gold jersey, and revenge against Ireland would be a statement win.
🧠 Tactical focus
Ireland are led by Caelan Doris, returning from injury to captain a squad full of Lions-tested talent. Expect a structured, high-tempo game plan built around whoever finally lands the coveted number ten jersey (quite the predicament for head coach Andy Farrell), Jamison Gibson-Park’s speed at the base, and a pack featuring Tadhg Beirne, Dan Sheehan, and Josh van der Flier.
Australia will lean on Carter Gordon’s playmaking, the pace of Dylan Pietsch, and the experience of James O’Connor. Their comeback win over South Africa showed they can absorb pressure and strike with speed - something Ireland will need to manage carefully.
🌟 Player Spotlights
☘️ Ireland – Lions tour standouts
Tadhg Beirne – Player of the Match in the Lions’ first Test win over Australia. Dominated breakdowns and carried well.
Dan Sheehan – Scored a crucial try and was flawless at the lineout. One of the most consistent hookers in world rugby.
Jamison Gibson-Park – Controlled tempo and territory with smart kicking and fast ruck speed.
🦘 Australia – Form & motivation
James O’Connor – Veteran fly-half who returned to lead the comeback against South Africa. Enjoying a late flourish to an eventful career.
Carter Gordon – Back in the Test frame after a stint in NRL. Will be key to Australia’s attacking shape.
Max Jorgensen – Speedster who adds real firepower to the back three.
🏟️ Aviva Stadium Matchday Experience
Expect a full house at the Aviva Stadium as Ireland take on Australia under the lights. From early afternoon, the pubs around Ballsbridge — The Bath, Searsons, and Slattery’s — will be buzzing with fans grabbing food, drinks, and talking rugby. There’ll be plenty of chat about the Lions tour, where Irish players played a key role in the series win over Australia, and just as much speculation about how the Wallabies might respond. With kick-off set for 20:10, the build-up will stretch into the evening, creating a lively, packed atmosphere across the city. Whether you’re heading into the stadium or soaking it up from a nearby pub, matchday in Dublin always delivers. Passionate fans, big stakes, and a proper rugby occasion.
📈 Head-to-Head
Last Meeting: Ireland 13–10 Australia (2024 Autumn Nations Series)
Recent Form: Ireland unbeaten at home in 2025; Australia coming to Europe off a historic win in Johannesburg.
Overall Record: Ireland have won 3 of the last 4 meetings.