After almost a decade in the doldrums, the Ireland women’s rugby side have announced themselves as global contenders again following yesterday’s stunning victory against New Zealand in Vancouver. The women’s game had fallen on hard times in this country when Scott Bemand was appointed head coach in 2023.

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says his side's stunning last-gasp win over world champions represents "a really big moment" but there are more challenges ahead.

New Zealand has reclaimed the world record for the largest mass Haka, with thousands packing a major stadium on Sunday for a resounding performance of the traditional Māori routine.