Scott Bemand’s side to use autumn international window to build on Women’s Six Nations campaign
Scott Bemand’s side to use autumn international window to build on Women’s Six Nations campaignfixtures in the inaugural WXV Global Series will take them to Tallaght and Galway before the team makes history by going to Cape Town where they will face It is a busy autumn schedule, as Scott Bemand’s side turn their attention to World Rugby ’s new WXV Global Series, which will see the top 12 teams in the world compete in a home-and-away touring model within the September and October international window.
Bemand’s side will play an additional Test against Japan, but outside the WXV Global Series window, at Virgin Media Park,Combination of entitled fans and big-stadium fatigue sees Leinster’s appeal fall sharplyCape Town’s Athlone Stadium will then host the first women’s Test series between South Africa and Ireland as the sides go head-to-head on consecutive weekends. The two teams have met only once, with Ireland winning 37-0 at the 2006 Women’s Rugby World Cup in Canada.
“We’re delighted to have our autumn schedule confirmed, with five Test matches forming an important part of our ongoing development and growth as we look to build on the Guinness“We’re really excited by the opportunities these fixtures present for the squad. To have three home matches across Tallaght Stadium, Dexcom Stadium and Virgin Media Park gives us the chance to connect with our supporters across the country again and build momentum as a group heading into the season ahead.
“Japan and the USA are quality international teams who will challenge us in different ways. Those experiences are invaluable as we continue to grow and develop. We look forward to welcoming them to Ireland.
“Our autumn programme then culminates in a two-Test series against South Africa in Cape Town, which will provide another excellent challenge in a demanding environment and is exactly why the addition of the WXV Global Series is invaluable for us. ” Kick-off times and broadcast details for Ireland’s home matches in Dublin, Galway and Cork are to be confirmed at a later date.
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