Andy Farrell wants Ireland to be at their best against Australia
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Australia’s upcoming visit, which will bring former Ireland boss Joe Schmidt back to the Aviva Stadium, has been arranged as part of celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of Ireland’s inaugural international match. It’s going to be a big week coming up.” Having left his coaching position with England in 2015, Farrell relaunched his career as assistant to Schmidt before succeeding him as Ireland boss following the 2019 Rugby World Cup. I’m sure when he lands over here we’ll touch base.” Ireland comfortably overcame Fiji thanks to two Mack Hansen tries, plus further scores from Caelan Doris, Josh van der Flier, Craig Casey, Bundee Aki, debutant Gus McCarthy and Ronan Kelleher. “I’ve always said it about the competition for places, we need to give people the opportunity to create that competition,” said Farrell, who is likely to recall his regular starters next week.