Preview: Optimistic Ireland set for stern Italian test
If France was about a performance, Italy is about the result.
Greg Macwilliams Sport News
Belfast trip extra special for Ulster back row Brittany Hogan
Two years on from missing out on the chance to play a Six Nations game in her home province, Ireland's return to Belfast can't come quick enough for Brittany Hogan.
Aoife Wafer's 'whirlwind' journey set for Twickenham stage
Much like her running style, Aoife Wafer has hit the Guinness Women's Six Nations like a wrecking ball.
Ireland won't fear England clash, says Neve Jones
Neve Jones says Ireland have no fear of playing England and the team are looking forward to testing themselves against one of the best in the world.
'She said what was needed to be said' - Alison Miller thrilled with Cliodhna Moloney's Irish return
Former Ireland international Alison Miller believes the return of Cliodhna Moloney to the Irish squad is a sign of progress in the IRFU.
Scott Bemand: Now is the right time for Cliodhna Moloney to return
Scott Bemand says the time is right for Cliodhna Moloney to resume her international career, although the Ireland coach was non-committal over whether or not the hooker would be involved for this Saturday's Guinness Women's Six Nations meeting with Wales in Cork.
Beibhinn Parsons: Ireland 'want to go out fighting' against Italy
Beibhinn Parsons dipped her toes back into Sevens rugby this week, but the dual Ireland international has eased any worries that she'll be going back to the shorter form of the game during the Guinness Women’s Six Nations.
Snow and sunburn - Sam Monaghan braced for France welcome
Sam Monaghan knows exactly what to expect when Ireland run out at the Stade Marie-Marvingt to begin their Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign against France and is ready to embrace the challenge.