Overview
- Captain Harry Wilson said Australia have parked the 26-19 loss to Italy and zeroed in on Saturday’s challenge against Ireland in Dublin.
- James O’Connor and Len Ikitau have been recalled to the starting XV, with Allan Alaalatoa also returning to bolster experience and polish.
- Wilson stressed discipline after a run of 25 penalties across recent defeats, highlighting the need for field position, A‑zone accuracy and stout defence against Ireland’s long-phase attack.
- The back-row contest was flagged as decisive, with Valetini, McReight and Wilson facing Ireland’s Baird, Doris and Conan.
- Wilson noted that a win would lift belief for the tour finale against France, with local reports warning that defeat risks a first winless European tour in 67 years.