McGrath set for debut as McWilliams names Irish side for Six Nations opener

Ireland face Wales at Cardiff Arms Park in their opening fixture of the Six Nations.

GEARING UP: Assistance coach Niamh Briggs and Enya Breen. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Ireland head coach Greg McWilliams has named his Ireland side for their Women's Six Nations opener against Wales at Cardiff Arms Park on Saturday (Kick-off, 2.15pm).

McWilliams has named two debutants in his matchday 23, with Ulster prop Sadhbh McGrath handed a start in the front-row, while Leinster’s Niamh O’Dowd is also in line for her debut cap off the bench.