Wounded Ireland seeking redemption against Wales

Wounded Ireland seeking redemption against WalesImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Ireland are ranked fifth in the world, while Wales are 12thByCeri Coleman-PhillipsBBC Sport WalesPublished1 minute agoAfter a two-week break, the Women's Six Nations returns this weekend, with Ireland hosting Wales in Saturday's late kick-off (18:30 BST).Both suffered heavy defeats in the previous round against tournament favourites England and France - although Wales headed home by far the happier of the two sides.Ireland travelled to Clermont seeking revenge for their narrow World Cup quarter-final loss against Les Bleues but left empty handed after failing to take chances.Wales shipped the usual 60 points against England, but racked up a best ever score against the Red Roses, bagging four tries and a bonus-point.Ireland have said they will target their final two home games as they seek to consolidate their "best of the rest" tag, while for Wales any win will do as they look to avoid a third consecutive wooden spoon and a ninth straight loss in the tournament.On paper, Ireland are clear favourites, but Wales showed a doggedness against England which proved they are no pushovers. If they can stay in the fight it promises to be a good contest.Ireland v WalesGuinness Women's Six NationsSaturday 9 May, kick-off 18:30 BSTAffidea Stadium, BelfastWatch on iPlayerListen on SoundsWatch every match live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app; listen to match commentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live, Sports Extra and BBC Sounds; follow live text and match highlights onlineTeam newsDespite the disappointment of round three, Ireland have stuck to their guns in their team selection.There is just one starting change, with the experienced Eve Higgins coming back into the centre in place of Nancy McGillivray.Uncapped back Niamh Gallagher is poised to make her senior debut from the bench, having impressed for Ireland Under-21s in recent weeks.Wales have ma...