While disappointed with the 27-19 loss to Wales, Ireland’s first-time captain Nichola Fryday still expressed immense pride in her team-mates following their opening TikTok Women’s Six Nations clash. Taking over from the recently-retired Ciara Griffin as skipper, Fryday produced a strong performance in the second row and played her part in ensuring
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Ireland Shine Despite Defeat
The Welsh forward power proved too much for Ireland on the opening day of the TikTok Women’s Six Nations but the Irish side laid the foundations of a bright future with some sparkling play in front of a raucous record crowd. Source: Irish Rugby
McWilliams: We All Need To Be Collectively Better
Despite losing to Wales in front of a record 6,113-strong crowd in their TikTok Women’s Six Nations opener, Ireland’s new head coach Greg McWilliams was able to glean some positives from the game. First half tries from Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe and Linda Djougang had McWilliams’ new-look team on course at half-time, leading
‘There Is Plenty For Us To Be Proud Of’ – McWilliams
McWilliams gave credit to Wales for the physicality they showed in the second half and how they capitalised on a late yellow card for Ireland’s Eimear Considine. The coach struck an upbeat note as he spoke about the things Ireland did well and the areas they can work on. Source: Irish
Wales Wear Down Ireland In TikTok Women’s Six Nations Thriller
Wales’ powerful pack overturned a nine-point deficit to hand Ireland a 27-19 defeat in tightly-contested TikTok Women’s Six Nations opener. The attendance of 6,113 at the RDS set a new record for a standalone Women’s Six Nations game in Ireland, but Wales finished the stronger thanks to tries in the final
TikTok Women’s Six Nations: Ireland v Wales
With a new head coach and captain, fresh combinations and three uncapped players selected, a big crowd is expected at the RDS as Ireland begin their TikTok Women’s Six Nations campaign against Wales. 2022 TIKTOK WOMEN’S SIX NATIONS: Saturday, March 26 IRELAND WOMEN v WALES WOMEN, the RDS, 4.45pm (live Virgin Media
‘We Want To Play An Exciting Brand Of Rugby’ – Fryday
Speaking at her first Captain’s Run as Captain, Fryday stressed the positive vibes in the squad and excitement levels amongst players. “We’re just really looking forward to getting out in front of the crowd and showing what we can do. To have more people coming to the game, we’re really looking