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THE FACTS
When is Italy vs Ireland on and what time does it start? Italy vs Ireland will take place on Saturday 25th February, 2023 – 14:15 (UK)
Where is Italy vs Ireland taking place? Italy vs Ireland will take place at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy
Where can I get tickets for Italy vs Ireland? Ticket information for Italy vs Ireland can be found on each nation’s official website
What channel is Italy vs Ireland on in the UK? Television coverage is shared between BBC and ITV so it is worth checking their schedules for Italy vs Ireland
Where can I stream Italy vs Ireland in the UK? If televised live on BBC, Italy vs Ireland can be streamed live on iPlayer, while ITVX is the place to go if the match is on ITV
THE TEAM NEWS
ITALY
Starting XV: Capuozzo; Padovani, Brex, Menoncello, Bruno; Garbisi, Varney; Fischetti, Nicotera, Ferrari, Cannone, Ruzza, Negri, Lamaro, Cannone
Replacements: Bigi, Zani, Riccioni, Iachizzi, Pettinelli, Fusco, Morisi, Allan
IRELAND
Starting XV: Keenan; Hansen, Aki, McCloskey, Lowe; R. Byrne, Casey; Porter, Kelleher, Bealham; Henderson, Ryan; Doris, Van der Flier, Conan
Replacements: D. Sheehan, Kilcoyne, O'Toole, Baird, O'Mahony, Murray, Crowley, O'Brien
THE PREDICTION
Italy will need to be at their very best to challenge this Ireland side and even then it might not be enough. The Italians have lost their last 12 encounters with Ireland while the visitors come into this on the back of an incredible eight-game winning streak in which they have toppled some of the best teams in the world. The Grand Slam is in their sights after overcoming France last time out and with Andy Farrell’s men playing some excellent rugby, they will be extremely tough to beat so side with the visitors to cover the -21 handicap.