Italy set to ring changes for Russia clash

Italy will unveil a vastly-changed line-up when they take on Russia in Ireland's Group C of the Rugby World Cup tomorrow, with only three players retained from the 32-6 mauling at the hands of Australia.

Italy will unveil a vastly-changed line-up when they take on Russia in Ireland's Group C of the Rugby World Cup tomorrow, with only three players retained from the 32-6 mauling at the hands of Australia.

Captain Sergio Parisse, Andrea Masi and Tommaso Benvenuti have been retained by coach Nick Mallett, meaning there will be a number of new-look combinations throughout the team.

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