Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Both sides feeling a bit of pressure and making mistakes. They need to regain their composure.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

What a run by Parsons, dodging so many players. She passes out to Murphy-Crowe who also puts in a great run and goes over for the try.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Ireland back to 15 players whilst Italy now down to 14.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Yellow card for a deliberate knock on.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

An excellent try by Rigoni, after a good quick run and dodging two defenders to get over in the corner.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Yellow card issued for a high tackle, Ireland down to 14 players

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

It has been a really tough first half for both teams. They have been so close to their try lines on a few occasions but have not managed to get over the line. Both teams defending so well. Lets hope for points in the second half.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

A great quick try by Parsons, who receives the ball and goes over in the corner. Conversion missed.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Unfortunate missed penalty as the ball hits the post and bounces back.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Good defensive play by both teams at present, making it difficult to get points on the board.