AFL chief: There is a will and a want on both sides to explore International Rules return

There has been rising speculation in Australia that a comeback is on the cards for International Rules. 

The last International Rules series to be played was in 2017 when Australia won both tests against Ireland. The games were played in Adelaide and Perth. Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon has said they are continuing to explore a return for the International Rules Series against Ireland as discussions continue with the GAA.

The series has not occurred since 2017 but there has been rising speculation in Australia that a comeback is on the cards. There were reports last year that the league was exploring the possibility of a women’s game between Australia and Ireland to be played in Adelaide during the ‘Gather Round’.