Big Irish win has been a long time in the making for Dalton

Following a 27-15 defeat at the hands of France in the opening round of the tournament in Belfast eight days earlier, Ireland were looking to pick up their first points in the 2025 edition of the Women’s Six Nations in Parma. 

Ireland's Aoife Dalton celebrates with the player of the match award. Pic: Tom Maher/Inpho

Six Nations: Italy 12 Ireland 54 

Player of the match Aoife Dalton said that Ireland’s outstanding bonus point triumph over Italy at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi on Sunday afternoon was the culmination of a lot of hard work behind the scenes from players and staff alike.