Australian rugby union player at the top of his game
Ireland has beaten Australia before and aims to start the Nations Championship strongly with matches against Japan and New Zealand on the horizon. Joe Schmidt bows out to Les Kiss with Australia eyeing a home World Cup in 2027 as Andy Farrell seeks a return victory in Sydney.
Australia has secured a 56-17 Nations Championship victory over Japan in Townsville, moving to a three-match winning streak under new coach Les Kiss. Flyhalf Carter Gordon and a standout backline move show Australia’s growing attacking threat, while Japan’s pace and tactical kicking kept the match competitive before Australia pulled away in the second half.