We didn't get the breaks, says O'Sullivan

Eddie O’Sullivan and his inspirational captain Keith Wood were both in philosophical mood tonight after Ireland had produced a gallant display in Melbourne only to go down to Australia by one solitary point.

The defeat condemned Ireland to a quarter-final against the dangerous French back at the Telstra Dome next weekend while the Wallabies will enjoy a trip to Brisbane where, as Pool A winners, they will meet the Scots.