Traditional national game based upon a strong pack is undergoing a transformation

Pat Lam’s side remain in top six contention after comprehensive victory in balmy Parma

Visitors score second-half tries from Yoann Maestri and Mathieu Bastareaud

Search for the right balance and an improvement in offensive efficiency a must for Italy

Tries from Felix Jones, CJ Stander, Conor Murray and Simon Zebo secure Pro12 win

Matt O’Connor’s side up the ante in second half to overcome Zebre by 17 points

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Ireland head coach makes it clear they will not be putting the cart before the horse as Iain Henderson replaces Peter O’Mahony

Alex Dunbar’s two second-half tries helps Scott Johnson’s side to Rome victory

Leinster suffer defeat to Edinburgh on stormy night at Murrayfield

Familiar faces expected to progress but Montpellier could be surprise packet

Pat Lam’s reign begins with a three try victory over Zebre at the Sportsground

Injury and indiscipline help Italy claim first Six Nations win in fixture

But Azzurri talk up chance of historic first win over Ireland

But Azzurri talk up chance of historic first win over Ireland