Five uncapped players in squad as Ireland women get Six Nations fixtures confirmed

Ciara Griffin will captain the squad for the tournament which will see Ireland play three matches in three weeks

Ireland women's captain Ciara Griffin leads a squad with a number of new faces in the set-up. Picture: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Ireland women's rugby team will finally get their Six Nations campaign underway next month as the governing body confirmed the fixture list this afternoon.

The delayed Championship will see Ireland play two groups games against Wales and France and a play-off against a team from the other group to determine final placings.