Beibhinn Parsons scored a hat-trick as Ireland dominated Italy 57-20 in Galway, securing their first Women's Six Nations victory of 2026. The match at Connacht's newly redeveloped Dexcom Stadium drew a record 9,206 fans, the largest crowd ever for an Ireland women's home game.

Ireland bounced back from their opening 33-12 defeat to England with seven first-half tries, including scores from Emily Lane, Aoife Wafer, debutant Robyn O'Connor, and Ellena Perry. Despite Vittoria Vecchini and Vittoria Ostuni Minuzzi's efforts for Italy, Ireland's attacking display was relentless. The bonus point was secured after just 23 minutes.

Ireland added two more tries in the second half through Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald and Brittany Hogan, while Italy's Veronica Madia and Alyssa D'Inca ensured they claimed a bonus point. The comprehensive victory moves Ireland up to third in the table, while Italy remain at the bottom. Head coach Scott Bemand's team clearly learned from their sluggish start against England, flying out of the traps against the Azzurre.