Plucky Japan ensure it’s hard labour for Ireland

Supporters put through the wringer again before hard-earned victory is eked out

Ireland forced to dig real deep to complete fightback against Japan

Tom Tierney’s side come from 14-0 down but know much more will be required to progress to semi-finals

Plenty of room for improvement as Ireland prepare for Japan

Coach Tom Tierney will risk resting key figures with France game still to come

Lynne Cantwell: World Cup can have a lasting impact in Ireland

Ex-player says that better coaching is the key to improving and growing the women’s game

Niamh Briggs ruled out of Women’s Rugby World Cup

Paula Fitzpatrick expected to take charge of side after fullback ruled out with Achilles injury

Women's RWC: No excuses as Ireland look to challenge

Captain Niamh Briggs wants squad to embrace the fact that they are at home

Aon’s sponsorship of women’s rugby gets under way

Investment broker says that women’s rugby has evolved to become a global sport

England blow out Ireland’s flickering hopes to claim Grand Slam

Ireland had their opportunities at a packed Donnybrook before late scoring spree

Ireland women keep Grand Slam hopes alive and kicking

England hammer Scotland 64-0 ahead of St Patrick's Day showdown at Donnybrook

Ireland coach Tierney responds to Sevens player controversy

Women’s coach hit back at questions over removal of players from Six Nations squad

Ireland go back to basics to resist French at Donnybrook

Title challenge still on course after tight win in stop-start affair

Jenny Murphy’s last-ditch try helps Ireland dodge bullet

Tom Tierney’s side relieved to gain maximum points after error-strewn display

Ireland’s women’s rugby team loses Six Nations warm-up to Wales

Tom Tierney surveys his options ahead of campaign as he uses 28 players

Tom Tierney urges Ireland women’s side not to be overawed by New Zealand test

Preview Ireland v New Zealand; Sunday – Belfield Bowl (2.0)

Ireland ready for unexpected at Women’s Rugby World Cup

One Pool C team yet to be decided following Belfast draw for 2017 tournament

Ireland’s women aiming to finish on a high against Scotland

Tom Tierney brings more experienced personnel back for final Six Nations game

Women’s Six Nations: Ireland relish opportunity to let rip at English

First win on English soil will fit in with team’s upward trajectory

Ireland begin defence of title with statement of intent

Ireland Women off to a winning start with impressive performance against Wales

Ireland women start Six Nations campaign with new backline

Reigning champions shuffle the deck with two players winning their first cap

The long, remarkable journey to host the Women’s World Cup

Ireland’s hosting of the competition shows how the sport has advanced

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