The 1986 International Rules Series was the second series between Australian rules footballers from Australia and Gaelic footballers from Ireland. The series took place in Australia and consisted of three test matches between the Australian and Irish international rules football teams. Ireland won the series 2–1 and by 32 points over the three test matches.[1]
First Test[1]
Venue: WACA Ground, Perth
Date: 11 October 1986
Crowd: 25,000
| Team | Score | |
|---|---|---|
 Australia | 1-14-16 (64) | |
| 5-5-12 (57) |
Date: 19 October 1986
Crowd: 10,883
| Team | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| 1-10-10 (46) | ||
 Ireland | 3-10-14 (62) |
Date: 24 October 1986
Crowd: 10,000 approx
| Team | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| 0-7-11 (32) | ||
| Ireland | 4-8-7 (55) |