Ireland head coach Greg McWilliams fought back tears in a press conference as he insisted his side must "own it, move on and be better" following their 31-5 defeat to Wales in Cardiff.
He was visibly emotional as he backed his team to improve, tearing up and pausing while answering media questions a number of times to regather his composure.
The hosts secured the bonus point in a ruthless first-half performance where they scored four of their five tries and despite an improved display after the break Ireland were unable to find any way back into the game, although they claimed a consolation try through captain Nichola Fryday.
