Wales vs Ireland Preview & Prediction | 2025 Rugby League International

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Wales face Ireland in the first of two internationals between the two nations within the space of a week.

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How to watch on TV/online: UK – BBC iPlayer / US – Not televised

Wales vs Ireland prediction

Wales’ squad of this opening international against Ireland contains a selection of players with Super League experience, such as Sam Dickenson, Luke Thomas and Denive Balmforth. Head coach Paul Berry is optimistic about what his team can achieve and Ireland should provide a good test for them in his first competitive match in charge.

As it stands, Ireland are situated six places below Wales in the world rankings and like their opponents can also call upon a number of Super League players. This game will most likely be decided by which team can mesh together the best in a short period of time with not much time to prepare for this fixture. In what should be a tight battle, the home advantage of Wales may just give them a narrow edge and makes them worth backing to win out.

Wales vs Ireland tip: Wales to win