The only one that got away in that time was the World Cup final against hosts New Zealand in 2022. Ireland Women's Rugby Squad Announcement, Aon Ireland HQ. “What England have done for women's rugby is extraordinary,” said Flood. They've upped the level of women's rugby and how it's viewed. Also included are new captain Erin King and second row Dorothy Wall, two key players who sat out the World Cup with injury.

Source: Irish Examiner March 19, 2026 07:03 UTC