Ireland are ranked fifth in the world, while Wales are 12th
After 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.
