Overview
- Ireland pulled away late with tries from Caelan Doris, Ryan Baird and Robbie Henshaw after leading by five at half-time.
- Joe Schmidt said the scoreline was "exaggerated somewhat" but conceded Ireland controlled second-half possession and the aerial battle.
- Australia’s problems mounted with six lost lineouts — four inside Ireland’s 22 — and 18 turnovers, contributing to a seventh defeat in nine Tests.
- Andy Farrell praised Hansen’s player-of-the-match display and highlighted a 100% Irish lineout as Ireland turn to South Africa next weekend.
- Sam Prendergast steered the hosts with an early hand in Hansen’s treble and a second-half drop goal, while Jack Crowley added points off the bench.