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Hansen Hat-Trick Fires Ireland to Record 46–19 Win Over Australia in Dublin

Mack Hansen’s first-half hat-trick at fullback underscored a statement win that exposed Australia’s set-piece frailty ahead of a trip to France.

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.