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Ireland Crush Italy in Six Nations

Head coach Scott Bemand praised his side's 'significant improvement' and ruthless streak following a difficult opening to the tournament.

The record crowd in Galway witnessed a sparkling performance that saw Ireland take control from the opening whistle, leading to an emphatic bonus-point win.

Debutant Robyn O'Connor also impressed in her first international outing, while Denise O'Sullivan's midfield mastery drew comparisons to the world's best.

The result revitalizes Ireland's championship hopes as they prepare for upcoming fixtures against the Netherlands and Scotland.

Béibhinn Parsons hat-trick fires nine-try Ireland to Six Nations win over Italy Belfast Telegraph — Apr 18, 19:33 PM
Local hero Béibhinn Parsons hat-trick fires nine-try Ireland to Six Nations win over Italy Irish Independent — Apr 18, 19:26 PM
Ireland turn on the style to hammer Italy in Galway RTE — Apr 18, 18:36 PM
Nine-try Ireland cut loose to win maiden Six Nations clash in Galway Irish Times — Apr 18, 19:18 PM
Scott Bemand sees ‘significant difference’ as Ireland storm to victory against Italy in Six Nations Belfast Telegraph — Apr 18, 21:06 PM
Bemand thrilled after 'significant' Irish improvement RTE — Apr 18, 20:38 PM
Scott Bemand sees ‘significant difference' as Ireland storm to victory against Italy in Six Nations Irish Independent — Apr 18, 20:34 PM
Ireland player ratings: Beibhinn Parsons shines in a sparkling Six Nations win against Italy Irish Independent — Apr 18, 18:51 PM
Ireland player ratings: Béibhinn Parsons shines in a sparkling Six Nations win against Italy Belfast Telegraph — Apr 18, 19:15 PM
Ireland v Italy, Women’s Six Nations: Scott Bemand’s side secure emphatic win – as it happened Irish Independent — Apr 18, 16:00 PM
Ireland v Italy, Women’s Six Nations: Scott Bemand’s turning on the style against Italy Irish Independent — Apr 18, 16:00 PM
Ireland v Italy, Women’s Six Nations: Scott Bemand’s side hoping to bounce back from England defeat Irish Independent — Apr 18, 16:00 PM

Ireland women's national rugby union team
Women’s rugby union team representing the island of Ireland

Beibhinn Parsons
Irish rugby union player

Women's Six Nations Championship
Annual international women's rugby union competition

Scott Bemand
English rugby union player

Dexcom Stadium
Stadium