Wales will field centre Carys Cox and back Hannah Dallavalle as they prepare to meet Ireland at Affidea Stadium on Saturday. Bethan Lewis captains the side after Kate Williams succumbed to a leg injury that ends her tournament. Both teams come off mixed results, with Wales languishing bottom of the Six Nations but holding two bonus points and hope for a breakthrough.

Catherine Richards joins wing Lisa Neumann on the sidelines after a serious knee injury against England, further thinning Wales’ options on the flank. Coach Lynn praised the squad’s set‑piece performance and the try‑bonus earned against England, despite conceding 60 points. Ireland, sitting fourth with a solitary win over Italy, will target Wales after a disappointing showing against France and will look to rebuild confidence.

With both sides eager to secure points, the clash could determine who avoids the dreaded wooden spoon. Wales must translate their set‑piece improvements into a win, while Ireland hopes to rebound from a France loss and keep their fourth‑place standing. The outcome on 17 May at Cardiff Arms Park will likely decide the final table composition. Fans anticipate a tightly contested encounter.