But at least Ireland problem solved at the break, when only leading 17-10, to pull clear with four unanswered tries in the second half. But when the lineout did click, it made the game look much, much easier for Ireland. Ireland's Sam Prendergast celebrates as Tommy O'Brien runs in to score his sides sixth try of the match. Photograph: Gary Carr/InphoThe 17-10 scoreline was a fairer reflection of the first half and Ireland were in a spot of bother. But there was no doubt that Sam Prendergast got the attack moving as well as finding the corners with his penalties in trademark style.

Source: The Irish Times November 08, 2025 16:04 UTC