Edwards: we must get basics right

SHAUN EDWARDS has warned Wales cannot run the risk of entering “self-destruct” mode against RBS 6 Nations strugglers Italy on Saturday.

Edwards: we must get basics right

Wales need to win in Rome — and by a healthy margin — to keep the pressure on Grand Slam-chasing Ireland. Ireland, who arrive in Cardiff next week, currently hold a two-point lead at the Six Nations summit.

But their points difference is also superior — 23 better off — to second-placed Wales, helped by a 38-9 victory over Italy at Stadio Flaminio last month.

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