Ruddock’s men stop rot but let Italians off lightly

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Indeed, they will be somewhat disappointed not to have won by more having been on top throughout against an Italian side who rarely threatened.

Ireland dominated the opening half and Italy were fortunate to be only 13-0 adrift at the break.

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