In a heart-stopping finale at Sydney's Accor Stadium, Ireland's Garry Ringrose emerged as the hero with a last-gasp defensive masterclass that secured a thrilling 14-10 victory over Australia.
The Leinster centre produced a try-saving tackle on Wallabies replacement Tom Wright in the dying seconds, preserving Ireland's hard-fought lead and completing a historic series win Down Under.
Farrell's Men Make History
Andy Farrell's side became only the second Irish team to win a series in Australia, matching the achievement of the 1979 squad. The victory marks another milestone in Ireland's remarkable rise under Farrell's leadership.
The match reached fever pitch in the final minutes when Australia launched a desperate attack from deep. Wright looked certain to score until Ringrose's perfectly timed intervention sent the Irish bench into raptures.
Defensive Grit Seals the Deal
Ireland's victory was built on defensive resilience, with the visitors repelling wave after wave of Australian attacks. Captain Peter O'Mahony led by example with a colossal performance at the breakdown.
The result completes an impressive tour for Ireland, who bounced back from their first Test defeat to claim consecutive victories in Melbourne and Sydney.
Key Moments
- Ringrose's match-saving tackle in the 79th minute
- Andrew Porter's crucial try early in the second half
- Johnny Sexton's flawless kicking display (3/3)
- Australia's ill-discipline costing them 12 penalties
The victory consolidates Ireland's position as world rugby's form team ahead of next year's World Cup, while leaving Wallabies coach Dave Rennie with plenty to ponder after another narrow defeat.
