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Simati included in Ulster squad

Grace Simati has been included in the 34-player Ulster squad for the 2026 Vodafone Women’s Interprovincial Championship.

Simati has come up through the ranks with Letterkenny Rugby club and has represented Ireland at Under 21 level.

The prop forward will now be looking to do her bit for Ulster in the coming weeks.

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Letterkenny Rugby Club posted on Facebook saying: “This is another fantastic achievement and a well-deserved reward for Grace’s hard work, dedication and outstanding performances. To be selected once again at senior provincial level is a testament to the commitment she continues to show both on and off the field.

“We’re incredibly proud to see another one of our own representing Ulster and we wish Grace and the squad every success for the season ahead.”

The opening round takes place on Saturday, 8 August, with Munster hosting Leinster at Virgin Media Park (2.30pm kick-off), before Ulster welcome Connacht to Affidea Stadium later that afternoon (4.15pm kick-off).

Round 2 on Saturday, 15 August sees Munster face Ulster at Virgin Media Park (2.30pm), while Leinster take on Connacht at Energia Park (4.30pm).

The final round of league fixtures will be played on Saturday, 22 August, with Ulster hosting Leinster at Affidea Stadium (2.30pm) and Connacht meeting Munster at Dexcom Stadium (4.15pm).

The competition concludes with the Finals Day on Saturday, 29 August, at Dexcom Stadium. The third-place play-off will kick off at 2.00pm, before the 2026 Vodafone Women’s Interprovincial Series Final gets underway at 4.30pm.

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