O'Brien Grabs Brace as Ireland Pass Georgia Test
TBILISI, GEORGIA, JUL 5 – Ireland’s revamped squad under coach Paul O'Connell dominated with four tries and Sam Prendergast scoring 18 points, securing a strong start to their summer tour.
- Ireland defeated Georgia 34-5 in a rugby test match in Tbilisi on July 5, 2025, under interim coach Paul O'Connell.
- The result followed a largely second-string Irish team stepping up with 16 players on Lions duty and several debutants seeking opportunities.
- Tommy O'Brien scored two early tries on debut within eight minutes, while Craig Casey and Nick Timoney added late tries to secure the win.
- Sam Prendergast contributed 14 points through four conversions and two penalties, with the halftime score standing at 14-5 after Tornike Jalagonia's try for Georgia.
- The convincing win highlighted Ireland's squad depth and determination, building momentum ahead of their upcoming encounter with Portugal in Lisbon this weekend.
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Tommy O'Brien grabs brace as Ireland pass Georgia test
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