Wales beat Italy to claim advantage in wooden spoon battle
Wales beat Italy 29-17 on Saturday to claim their first win in this year's Six Nations and strike a blow in the battle to avoid the wooden spoon.
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Allan in for Italy, Wales make six changes
Harlequins fly-half Tommy Allan will start at full-back for Italy in Saturday's Guinness Six Nations clash against Wales.
Ireland learn valuable lessons after hard-fought win
In years gone by, analysing a win against Italy has been a hollow task.
Andy Farrell concerned by Ireland's wastefulness
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admitted that he was frustrated by his side's wastefulness in their 34-20 Six Nations victory over Italy.
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.
Six Nations - Italy v Ireland: All You Need to Know
Ireland enter round three of the Guinness Six Nations in rude health.
Byrne starts as Ireland make six changes for Italy
Ross Byrne will make his first Guinness Six Nations start as one of six changes to the Ireland team to take on Italy on Saturday.
Garbisi returns at out-half for Ireland visit
Paolo Garbisi has been named at out-half for Italy for the visit of Ireland, his first start since the autumn international series late last year. The Montpellier number 10 missed the opening two games of the tournament with knee injury and replaces Tommaso Allan, while wing Pierre Bruno is another change from the team that lost 31-14 to England last time out.