Rugby

Women’s Six Nations: Ireland overpowered by France team miles better at everything

Ireland simply couldn’t cope with France’s power and their blistering athleticism

France's centre Gabrielle Vernier runs in a try during the Six Nations international women's rugby union match between Ireland and France at Musgrave Park in Cork. Photograph: Paul Faith/AFP via Getty
France's centre Gabrielle Vernier runs in a try during the Six Nations international women's rugby union match between Ireland and France at Musgrave Park in Cork. Photograph: Paul Faith/AFP via Getty
Denis Walsh
Sat Apr 01 2023 - 18:30

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Denis Walsh

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Denis Walsh is a sports writer with The Irish Times
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