Ireland vs Italy live: Latest score and upates as Azzurri eye Six Nations upset in Dublin – UK Times

It was a tough start to the tournament for Andy Farrell’s side, with an opening night defeat to France displaying a few tough truths about Ireland.

Round two of the Six Nations leaps into action with a fascinating clash between Ireland and Italy in Dublin. The mood in the two camps could not be more contrasting, with Andy Farrell’s hosts reeling from a tough night in Paris that perhaps illustrated a wider slump, and the Azzurri eying a first ever win here after beating Scotland and the conditions in Rome.

Kick off at the Aviva Stadium is at 2.10pm GMT.