Warren Gatland denies Italy clash is ‘biggest Wales game for 20 years’
Number eight veteran Taulupe Faletau returns to the starting line-up after a 16-month absence through injury.
Number eight veteran Taulupe Faletau returns to the starting line-up after a 16-month absence through injury.
The 26-year-old celebrated his return to Test rugby by sealing victory over England last weekend.
Head coach Warren Gatland is under huge pressure going into the Six Nations clash with Italy.
The Scots have lost each of their last 10 meetings with the Irish.
Head coach Borthwick’s future is being questioned following a run of seven defeats in nine Tests and seven in a row against top-tier opposition.
Simon Easterby’s Ireland are due at Murrayfield on Sunday afternoon.
Ronan Kelleher insists that Ireland's feet remain firmly rooted to the ground following Saturday's win over England.
Marcus Smith could switch to full-back to enable his namesake to slot in at fly-half.
The back-row forward suffered a nasty facial injury against France.
The 23-year-old Glasgow forward made his first Six Nations appearance against Italy at the weekend.
Ireland continue their pursuit of a third consecutive championship crown at Murrayfield after beating England in Dublin.