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What time is Ireland v Australia kick-off today and what TV channel is it on?

World number ones Ireland will be looking to maintain their perfect record in this year's autumn internationals as they host Australia in Dublin.

Andy Farrell's side have beaten Fiji and reigning world champions South Africa so far in November and could make it a hat-trick of wins with another assured display against the Wallabies, having last met them back in 2018 when Ireland came out of top in their summer series.

A win would cap a great week for Ireland, with captain Johnny Sexton and Josh van der Flier both nominated for the World Rugby men's player of the year award, while Farrell has also been shortlisted for coach of the year.

Meanwhile, Australia will field a strong side as they hope to bounce back from a shock defeat to Italy last week with head coach Dave Rennie saying he is "excited by the challenge" of facing Ireland.

What time is Ireland v Australia kick-off?

Ireland v Australia kicks off at 8pm on Saturday, November 19 at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

What TV channel is Ireland v Australia on? What about live streaming?

You will need to have an Amazon Prime Video subscription for this game, either by paying or via a free trial. This will be the only live-viewing option, with English and Welsh-language commentary options.

Prime Video offer a 30-day free trial, which renews at £8.99 per month after the trial period ends, or you can cancel it before that. The service also provides a range of films, TV series, music and free one-day delivery. You can sign up to a free Amazon Prime trial here. Live streaming will be available via the app or online.

Amazon's coverage will be presented by Tommy Bowe with Conor McNamara, Jamie Heaslip and Shane Horgan on commentary duties. Matt Giteau and Simon Zebo join as guests, with Laura Jenkins on the reporting beat.

What's the team news?

Irish captain Johnny Sexton returns from injury as part of eight personnel changes to Andy Farrell's starting XV against Australia, while Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey is rewarded with a third consecutive start despite Bundee Aki being available for selection once again after completing his suspension.

Vice-captain James Ryan, prop Andrew Porter, flanker Josh van der Flier and full-back Hugo Keenan are all named in the side after returning to full fitness, with a strong team also featuring Dan Sheehan, Peter O’Mahony and Garry Ringrose. There is a chance that Leinster's Joe McCarthy could make his debut from the bench as he is named among the replacements.

Meanwhile, Australia head coach Dave Rennie has made a number of sweeping changes to his side, with just four of the starters from last weekend's defeat to Italy retaining their places. A first choice line-up sees the likes of Michael Hooper, Bernard Foley and Nic White all brought in, while James Slipper will win his 126th cap as he returns as captain.

Last weekend's debutant Mark Nawaqanitawase keeps his place on the wing while the centre pairing of Hunter Paisami and Len Ikitau also remains and Allan Alaalatoa starts again after captaining the side against Italy. Andrew Kellaway also makes the team, but is moved from the wing to fullback.

Ireland: 15. Hugo Keenan; 14. Mack Hansen, 13. Garry Ringrose, 12. Stuart McCloskey, 11. Jimmy O’Brien; 10. Johnny Sexton (capt), 9. Jamison Gibson-Park; 1. Andrew Porter, 2. Dan Sheehan, 3. Tadhg Furlong; 4. Tadhg Beirne, 5. James Ryan; 6. Peter O’Mahony, 7. Josh van der Flier, 8. Caelan Doris.

Replacements: 16. Rob Herring, 17. Cian Healy, 18. Finlay Bealham, 19. Joe McCarthy, 20. Jack Conan, 21. Craig Casey, 22. Jack Crowley, 23. Bundee Aki

Australia: 15. Andrew Kellaway; 14. Mark Nawaqanitawase, 13. Len Ikitau, 12. Hunter Paisami, 11. Tom Wright; 10. Bernard Foley, 9. Nic White; 1. James Slipper (capt), 2. Dave Porecki, 3. Allan Alaalatoa, 4. Nick Frost, 5. Cadeyrn Neville, 6. Jed Holloway, 7. Michael Hooper, 8. Rob Valetini

Replacements: 16. Folau Fainga’a, 17. Tom Robertson, 18. Taniela Tupou, 19. Will Skelton, 20. Pete Samu, 21. Jake Gordon, 22. Noah Lolesio, 23. Jordan Petaia.

Who is the Ireland v Australia referee?

Referee: Ben O’Keeffe (NZR)

Assistant Referee 1: James Doleman (NZR)

Assistant Referee 2: Tual Trainini (FFR)

TMO: Stuart Terheege (RFU)

What have the coaches said?

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell: "They have a couple of things to hang their hats on in regards to motivation. But in reality 10 changes for them and they get the leaders back in the room, so there is a different vibe there from the start. Those guys are the ones that took the field against Scotland and came so close to winning in Paris. Like we've said all week, we know how difficult that is.

"I'm sure they will be using last week as motivation and putting that together with coming to the Aviva and taking our scalp, I'm sure that fires them up even more."

Australia head coach Dave Rennie: “We were all bitterly disappointed after last weekend’s performance. We’re better than that and we need a response against Ireland on their home deck.

“We’ve had a great week of preparation and welcome back a wealth of experience to the team this weekend. We’re excited by the challenge to play the number one side in the world.

"I think everyone likes being an underdog but we haven't used that term. We know we're playing an outstanding side and we're going to have to be at our best. We've had a massive focus on us. You can show a lot of footage of how good they are but I'm not sure that's going to help us.

"So we know the enemy, but it's important that we're really clear on the type of game we need to play to try and put them under pressure."

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