Ulster could see the benefit of South African trip
Ulster earned a losing bonus point away to the Stormers last weekend in a performance that ran out of steam towards the end of the third quarter.
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Aoife Wafer display one of few positives for Ireland in loss to Italy
Two games and two defeats into a new Six Nations era under Scott Bemand, Ireland have plenty of work-ons.
James Lowe: England win can inspire Tigers against Leinster
James Lowe reckons Leicester Tigers' England contingent will be able to draw inspiration from their victory against Ireland ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup clash with Leinster.
Ardie Savea calls on All Blacks to follow Springboks' example on overseas player policy
All Blacks star Ardie Savea has urged New Zealand Rugby's top brass to reconsider its player eligibility rules.
Host of Leinster regulars in fitness race for Tigers tie
Leinster are sweating on the availability of a number of front-line players ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup clash with Leicester.
Lindsay Peat: Ireland looked 'rudderless' against Italy
Ireland looked "rudderless" in their Guinness Six Nations defeat to Italy and missed the experience of Edel McMahon and Hannah O'Connor, according to Lindsay Peat.
Conan: Bulls win was ideal prep for visit of Leicester
Leinster's Jack Conan says Friday night's win over the Bulls was the "perfect" preparation for this weekend's Investec Champions Cup last 16 meeting with Leicester Tigers at the Aviva Stadium.
Numbers game - Italy show Ireland that only one stat matters
To look back on the statistics, Ireland's Guinness Women's Six Nations defeat to Italy bears an uncanny resemblance to their loss in Parma 12 months ago.