On top of the world but there is still work ahead for Ireland

And so Ireland’s memorable 2022 came to a close with Andy Farrell’s men still sitting on top of the world. Saturday night’s 13-10 win over Australia was far from a classic but, taking the year as a complete body of work, Ireland’s head coach can only be pleased with the progress his side have displayed, now only 10 months out from the World Cup in France.