Ireland head coach Philip Doyle was delighted that his side closed out a 23-17 win over the USA in their opening game at the Women's Rugby World Cup.

Niamh Briggs accumulated 18 points as Ireland outfought and outfoxed a physical USA team to begin the Women's Rugby World Cup in winning style.

Ireland hooker Rory Best will take over from Johann Muller as the new captain of Ulster, it has been announced today.

Ireland head coach Philip Doyle says his Women's squad will need to 'box clever' if they want to get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start.