The Azzurri have been lumped with a tough group but can continue steady progression

Conor O’Shea has blooded some exciting youth but Matteo Minozzi absence is cruel

Despite the experimental line-ups, there is plenty at stake for players on both sides

Head coach says team is making progress and beginning to create options in all positions

Cullen claims coach’s award while five of the province’s players chosen on ‘dream team’

Blue conveyor belt continues as Gavin Mullin becomes 53rd player used this season

21-year-old winger wins public vote ahead of Murray and Sexton after record seven tries

After a Six Nations that will go down in the annals of history, Gerry Thornley selects his XV

Tomasso Allan’s two tries not enough as Italy let victory chance slip in Rome

Les Bleus show green shoots of recovery as Azzuri’s miserable Championship continues

Bradley and Aboud also playing key roles in the restoration of Azzurri rugby

The curse of the number 13 jersey continues as Joe Schmidt loses his defensive lynchpin

Superior armoury at Schmidt’s disposal should become evident as game evolves

Ireland coach is taking nothing for granted ahead of second Six Nations clash

Outhalf missed out on selection for Italy’s Six Nations trip to play Ireland in native Dublin

Outhalf named among replacements by Conor O’Shea for game in Sicily

Province left stunned by fired-up opponents as their unbeaten run comes to an end

Ulster’s winning start to the Pro14 season ends in Italy