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Australia open their 2026 Nations Championship campaign against Ireland at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on 4 July.
Result — Saturday 4 July 2026: Ireland won 33-31 at Allianz Stadium, Sydney — the Wallabies pushed the world’s best all the way but fell two points short in Les Kiss’s first home Test in charge. Next up for the Wallabies: the Japan Test series (8 & 15 August).
Here is how it played out, plus the head-to-head and betting context for the Wallabies’ first home Test of the new Les Kiss era. For the full tournament picture, see our Nations Championship hub.
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Australia vs Ireland: Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Competition | Nations Championship |
| Date | Saturday 4 July |
| Venue | Allianz Stadium, Sydney |
| Last meeting | Ireland 46-19 Australia (Dublin, Nov 2025) |
| Trophy | Lansdowne Cup |
| Broadcast | Stan Sport (AU) |
Australia vs Ireland Head-to-Head
Australia hold the all-time edge — 22 wins to 16 from 39 Tests, with one draw — but Ireland have dominated recently, running out 46-19 winners in Dublin in November 2025 to retain the Lansdowne Cup. Ireland arrive as one of the world’s top-ranked sides; the Wallabies will bank on home advantage in Sydney and a fresh start under new head coach Les Kiss to turn the recent trend around.
Australia vs Ireland Betting Markets
- Match head-to-head. Pick the winner of the Test.
- Handicap (line). With Ireland the higher-ranked side and recent form firmly in their favour, the handicap is the value market for backers of either team.
- Winning margin & total points. Bracket and over/under markets.
- First & anytime try-scorer. Back the form outside backs and ball-carrying forwards.
- Same-game multi. Combine result, margin and a try-scorer in one bet.
Australia vs Ireland Prediction
Ireland start as favourites on world ranking and the weight of that 46-19 Dublin result, but a home Sydney crowd and a new coaching ticket give the Wallabies a lift. Until squads and odds are confirmed closer to kick-off, the smart approach is to take the points on the handicap rather than back either side at short head-to-head odds.
Where to Bet on Australia vs Ireland
Compare the best odds and offers at our best rugby betting sites in Australia. Ladbrokes, Neds and bet365 frame the deepest Test rugby markets. For the full tournament picture see our Nations Championship hub.
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Australia vs Ireland FAQs
When do Australia play Ireland in 2026?
Australia host Ireland at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on Saturday 4 July 2026, in the opening round of the inaugural Nations Championship.
Who won the last Australia v Ireland match?
Ireland won the most recent meeting 46-19 in Dublin in November 2025, retaining the Lansdowne Cup. Australia still lead the all-time series 22-16 with one draw.
What are the best markets for Australia v Ireland?
Match head-to-head, handicap (line), winning margin and first try-scorer are the most popular markets, with same-game multis widely framed. The handicap often offers the best value when one side is clearly favoured.
Where can I bet on Australia v Ireland?
All leading Australian bookmakers frame match, margin and player markets for the Test. See our best rugby betting sites for the top odds and offers.
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