Sene Naoupu relishing return to Ireland duty

Sene Naoupu. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Sene Naoupu believes Ireland can hit the ground running when they begin a new era as the Women’s Six Nations resumes against Italy on Saturday (Energia Park, Donnybrook, 6.30pm).

This weekend’s championship games for men and women against the Azzurri will mark the first time both Irish sides have worn the same jersey design, following from the launch earlier this week and the centre explained why that was more meaningful than simply rolling out a new kit.