France survive Ireland rally to win Women's Six Nations opener

England begin Women's Six Nations title defence with bonus-point win

Mia Venner toasts full international debut with early try

After a bitter fight, the French won 27-15 against Ireland for their entry into the Tournament on Saturday in Belfast.

France survive Ireland rally to win Women's Six Nations opener

France staved off a late challenge from Ireland to win the opening match of the Women's Six Nations tournament in Belfast on Saturday.

France hold off Ireland fightback to win Women’s Six Nations opener

Ireland set up a grandstand finish as Wafer punished France in the corner for her second try of the match.

France survive red card and Ireland fightback in Women’s Six Nations opener

Ireland 15-27 France: A late try from Emilie Boulard quelled a strong second half showing from Ireland as the visitors kicked off with a win

Ireland go close but lose out to France in Women's Six Nations opener

Scott Bemand’s side suffered a 27-15 defeat after a late French surge in Belfast.