As it happened: Six Nations Italy v Ireland minute-by-minute updates

Ireland ended their campaign on a high although they were pushed all the way by the Italians.

HAT TRICK: Dan Sheehan of Ireland during the Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Italy and Ireland at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

4.31pm Ireland Player Ratings v Italy: Jack Crowley makes decent fist of opportunity

4.30pm Dan Sheehan's hat-trick sees nervy Ireland edge past Italy to keep Six Nations title hopes alive