1987 International Rules Series

The 1987 International Rules Series was the third series between Gaelic footballers from Ireland and Australian rules footballers from Australia. The series took place in Ireland and consisted of three test matches between the Australian and Irish international rules football teams. Australia won the series 2–1 and by 27 over the three test matches.

Eugene McGee was in charge of the Irish team, while Seán McCague was his assistant manager.

Summary
First test

Venue: Croke Park, Dublin

Crowd: 15,532

Second test

Venue: Croke Park, Dublin

Crowd: 15,485

Third test

Venue: Croke Park, Dublin

Crowd: 27,023

Beitzel Medal (Best player for the series) — Tony McGuinness (Australia)