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Ireland Women Move Back Up To Seventh In World Rankings

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland climbed back above Wales in the World Rugby Women's Rankings following their 35-12 bonus point victory at Donnybrook yesterday. The girls in green now have 75.14 rating points and are seventh overall.

Red card not enough as Higginbotham gets suspended for dangerous tackle

7 years ago by Rugby Dump

The Queensland Reds will be without the services of loose forward Scott Higginbotham for a few weeks after he was suspended for the dangerous tackle that he was red carded for on Friday. He pleaded guilty...

Jamie Heaslip Announces His Retirement From Rugby

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

The IRFU would like to recognise the contribution made to Irish Rugby by Jamie Heaslip who has announced his retirement from the game today.

Irish Rugby TV: We Showed Great Resilience - Griffin

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland captain Ciara Griffin was delighted with the resilience shown by her team as they ran in five tries to defeat Wales 35-12 in the Women's Six Nations Championship.

Griggs Hails Influence Of Briggs And Molloy After Five-Try Triumph

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland Women's head coach Adam Griggs reserved special praise for Niamh Briggs and Claire Molloy after the girls in green recorded a brilliant 35-12 bonus point win over Wales at Donnybrook yesterday.

Farrell: There's Always An Extra Bite Against Scottish Sides

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland centre Chris Farrell felt that Bundee Aki's try on the stroke of half-time played a massive part in their 37-27 NatWest 6 Nations victory against Wales at the Aviva Stadium yesterday.

We Have To Make These Home Games Count - Porter

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Following his first Six Nations start for Ireland in yesterday's thrilling 37-27 win over Wales, young prop Andrew Porter reserved special praise for the guidance provided by Rory Best and Tadhg Furlong...

Fitzhenry: The Team Is Gelling Really Well Together

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Following an encouraging 21-8 victory over Italy at the same venue a fortnight ago, Katie Fitzhenry is hopeful that Ireland can continue their progression in this afternoon's Women's Six Nations clash...

Irish Rugby TV: Ireland v Wales Post-Match Press Conference

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

Head coach Joe Schmidt and captain Rory Best give their reaction to Ireland's 37-27 bonus point win over Wales in round 3 of the 2018 NatWest 6 Nations.

Irish Rugby TV: Ireland v Wales - Tunnel Cam At Aviva Stadium

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

From the team hotel to the final whistle - here's a behind-the-scenes look at Ireland's brilliant 37-27 NatWest 6 Nations victory over Wales at the Aviva Stadium.