16-26
The Match
Match Report
Azzurri led 16-12 at the break to threaten an upset.
Head to Head
Oct 4, 2015 4.45pm
Feb 7, 2015 2.30pm
Form Guide
Build-up
Peter O'Mahony confident Ireland will not suffer a repeat of 2013 Italy defeat
Ghosts of past Six Nations defeats still linger for Ireland's stand-in skipper.
Feb 23, 14:15
The major talking points as Ireland take on Italy
Sean Cronin is set for his first Six Nations start.
Feb 23, 14:12
Ireland boss Schmidt expects Cronin to grasp chance in Best's absence
The Leinster hooker will fill in against Italy on Sunday.
Feb 22, 15:29
Ireland went back to basics to recapture edge - Conan
Joe Schmidt's side are aiming to reap the benefits of some fine-tuning in Rome.
Feb 21, 12:21
Sergio Parisse ruled out of Ireland clash with concussion
The Italy skipper will be forced to sit out the Guinness Six Nations encounter in Rome this weekend.
Feb 19, 14:29
Ringrose ruled out of Ireland's trip to Italy due to hamstring problem
Chris Farrell is fit to return after an injury scare.
Feb 19, 14:03
