Andy Farrell, the coach set to pit his wits against Joe Schmidt's developing Australia side for both Ireland and the Lions, believes his brilliant old mentor is right on track with his Wallabies project.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says his upcoming secondment with the British and Irish Lions has not been a distraction going into this week's match against Australia.

The stage is set for the grand finale of the Autumn Nations Series. Sure, South Africa and France finish the window unbeaten, but the Lions factor and the return of Joe Schmidt means the IRFU’s 150th anniversary celebration will be a fitting finish to the month.