Ireland earn comeback win over Scotland in warm-up

Ireland (12) 27

Tries: O’Brien, O’Dowd, Nic a Bhaird Con: McGrath, Deely, McGillivray,

Scotland (14) 21

Ireland made it through a difficult start to defeat Scotland and kick off their impressive Women’s Rugby World Cup preparations.

Through Lisa Thomson and Lucia Scott tries, Scotland jumped out to an early 14-0 lead in Cork after losing to Italy last week.

However, after Scotland’s hooker Lana Skeldon was injured on the half-hour mark, Sabdbh McGrath and Meabh Deely scored to leave Ireland with just two points at half-time.

Ireland’s second half dominance was sustained for extended periods of time, with debutant Nancy Gillivray setting up Ireland’s third goal.

Ireland rallied in the closing stages through Deirbhile Nic a Bhaird and Niamh O’Dowd, but Scotland responded with a strong solo effort from Emma Orr.