Hollie Davidson will take charge of Ireland v Italy at the Aviva

Hollie Davidson will take charge of Ireland v Italy at the Aviva

Scottish referee Hollie Davidson will make history when she takes charge of the men’s Six Nations clash between Ireland and Italy in Dublin.

The 33-year-old will be in control of proceedings at the Aviva Stadium in round two as the first female official to be appointed referee for a men’s game in the championship, continuing her rise through the refereeing ranks.