Ireland deny Wallabies after nail-biting finish
Replacement Australia fly-half Ben Donaldson misses a last-gasp penalty as Ireland claim a comeback bonus-point win in an enthralling Nations Championship contest in Sydney.
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Key People
Andy Farrell is the head coach of the Ireland rugby team.
A replacement fly-half for the Australian rugby team.
Cian Prendergast is a rugby player captaining Connacht and playing for Ireland.
Australian rugby player who scored a try in the match.
Irish rugby player who plays as a fullback.
Australian rugby player who marked his comeback with a try.
Former head coach of the Ireland national rugby team.
Sam Prendergast is a talented fly-half playing for Leinster.
Irish rugby player who is a replacement prop.
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Replacement Australia fly-half Ben Donaldson misses a last-gasp penalty as Ireland claim a comeback bonus-point win in an enthralling Nations Championship contest in Sydney.
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