Beibhinn Parsons set Ireland women's all-time try-scoring record as her side held off a late Japan comeback to win 31-24 in the WXV Global Series, the BBC reports.
India and Sri Lanka meet in Nisshin, Japan, for the women's cricket gold medal match at the Asian Games, with build-up coverage starting at 05:00 GMT.
Georgia Evans says she will not forget a year that brought a league title, an engagement, a house purchase and the start of a family planning journey, according to BBC Sport.
A reduced-size ball being tested in women's international rugby during the WXV Global Series has sparked debate among players over its impact on handling and performance.