Mallett names squad for opener

ITALY head coach Nick Mallett has named his 24-man squad ahead of the RBS 6 Nations opener against Ireland at Croke Park on Saturday.

Mallett names squad for opener
Wed, 03 Feb, 2010 - 00:00

Bayonne fly-half Craig Gower has been included in the squad but is doubtful for this weekend’s match as he is struggling with a knock to his left knee.

That means uncapped Rovigo stand-off Riccardo Bocchino could make his Azzurri debut in Dublin.

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