Rugby - Last year 2025
Defence must be a concern as Ireland face into tougher World Cup tests
Scott Bemand’s side leaked five tries against Spain.
7-try Ireland beat spirited Spain side to book place in World Cup quarter-finals
Dannah O’Brien, Amee Leigh Costigan, Eve Higgins, Anna McGann and Grace Moore supplied the Irish scores in Northampton.
Munster crowned interpro champions after dominant win over three in a row chasing Leinster
Earlier at Energia Park, Connacht beat Ulster in a 10-try thriller.
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Higgins shines as Ireland launch World Cup campaign with 6-try defeat of Japan
Scott Bemand’s side started strong in Northampton to secure the bonus-point before half time.


