Italy kick off at the start of the match during the RBS Six Nations match between Ireland and Italy at Croke Park on February 6, 2010 in Dublin, Ireland. *
Ireland got their Six Nations defence up and running with a slightly stagnant 29-11 victory over Italy on Saturday.
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Carlo Del Fava of Italy misses the ball as Paul O'Connell of Ireland takes a tumble.*
Ireland got their defence of their Six Nations crown off to a winning start, with a comfortable 29-11 win over a willing Italian team at Croke Park, Dublin, on Saturday.
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next test:
France v Ireland
13 Feb 2010
Stade de France
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Italy v England
14 Feb 2010
Stadio Flaminio
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match report:
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