2025 Autumn Internationals Round 2 Predictions

Saturday 8 November 2025

14:40 Ireland v Japan (Dublin)

AI Grote: Ireland 95% | Ireland 38–14 Japan
Sports4Cast: Ireland 95%
Ou Grote (Rob): Ireland by 30
Ou Grote (James): Ireland by 34
Rugby365: Ireland

Ireland should dominate due to home advantage, superior depth, and historical dominance (nine wins from ten). Japan’s speed and flair may earn them points, but Ireland’s power, structure, and discipline will control the game. Expect a comfortable Irish win.

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