Ireland make seven changes for World Cup clash with Spain
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has made seven changes to his starting XV for Sunday’s World Cup clash with Spain in Northampton.
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Woodman-Wickliffe extends try-scoring record as New Zealand beat Spain
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe extended her Women's Rugby World Cup try-scoring record to 21 as defending champions New Zealand defeated Spain 54-8 in York, with Ireland and South Africa also picking up comfortable victories on Sunday.
Ireland, South Africa cruise to Women’s Rugby World Cup wins
Ireland eased to a 42-14 victory over Japan to get their Women’s Rugby World Cup campaign off to an excellent start on Sunday, while South Africa claimed a 66-6 win against debutants Brazil thanks to a hat-trick of tries by No. 8 Aseza Hele in Northampton.
Scott Bemand believes battle against Japan will stand Ireland in good stead
Ireland boss Scott Bemand insisted his side’s strength in adversity will stand them in good stead for the rest of the World Cup after overcoming Japan 42-14.
Edel McMahon returns to Ireland team for World Cup opener against Japan
Ireland will have co-captain Edel McMahon back in the side for their World Cup opener against Japan in Northampton on Sunday.
France hold off Ireland fightback to win Women’s Six Nations opener
France held off a second-half Ireland fightback to claim a 27-15 victory in the opening match of the 2025 Women’s Six Nations in Belfast.
Wolfhounds go top of Celtic Challenge with Clovers in close pursuit
Wolfhounds moved top of the Celtic Challenge league with a comprehensive 48-0 victory away to Brython Thunder in Llanelli on Saturday.