Ryan: We can see how much Italy have improved
Captain James Ryan says Ireland will not look for excuses about new personnel when they review their Guinness Six Nations victory over Italy.
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Ireland player ratings against Italy
Ireland survived a tricky test in Rome to run out 14-point winners over Italy. Here's how we rated the Irish performances.
Ireland avoid upset in Italy to keep Grand Slam hopes alive
Grand Slam-chasing Ireland avoided a major upset to keep themselves on course for Guinness Six Nations glory with a disjointed 34-20 bonus-point win over Italy.
Preview: Ireland expects but Italy test provides big questions
"We'll see. That’s what it’s all about, isn’t it," grinned Andy Farrell, as he finished Thursday’s press conference near Dublin airport.
Lenihan: No complacency in Rome given Italian form
Complacency shouldn't be an issue heading to Rome this year, especially given the changes Andy Farrell has made. In a World Cup year, every time you're handed a jersey, you've got to perform and the players know that.
Andy Farrell wary of ‘serious threat’ posed to Ireland by resurgent Italy
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits resurgent Italy pose a “serious threat” to his side’s aspirations of Six Nations glory.
Andy Farrell backs half-backs Ross Byrne and Craig Casey to step up in Rome
Ireland boss Andy Farrell insists rookie half-back pair Ross Byrne and Craig Casey fully merit the opportunity to run the show in Rome.
Ross Byrne starts for Ireland as six changes made for Italy clash
Ross Byrne and Craig Casey will make their first starts in the Six Nations for Ireland as they make six changes for their clash against Italy.