Six Nations: Ireland back on track with win over Wales

The victory moves Scott Bemand's side up to third in the Six Nations standing.

STAR TURN: Ireland's Aoife Wafer makes a break. Pic: INPHO/Nick Elliott

Sat, 09 May, 2026 - 20:46

Michael Sadlier

Ireland 33 Wales 12

Ireland got back to winning ways in the Six Nations with an expected victory over Wales in Belfast where Aoife Wafer was the star of the show scoring two tries and making waves throughout.

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