Prendergast starts as Osborne makes wing switch for Ireland
Sam Prendergast's strong end to the season with Leinster earns him a recall to the Ireland starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.
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Andy Farrell is the head coach of the Ireland rugby team.
Cian Prendergast is a rugby player captaining Connacht and playing for Ireland.
Garry Ringrose is a midfielder for Ireland known for his performance in the Six Nations.
Jack Crowley is a flyhalf returning to the starting lineup for Ireland.
Jamie Osborne is a rugby player selected to play for Ireland in the Nations Championship.
Mack Hansen is a rugby player who scored a hat-trick in a previous match against Australia.
Sam Prendergast is a talented fly-half playing for Leinster.
Tadhg Beirne is a key player for the Ireland rugby team.
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Sam Prendergast's strong end to the season with Leinster earns him a recall to the Ireland starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.
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