LIVE Six Nations champions Ireland are looking to defend their crown once again on an action-packed day of rugby drama. They head to Rome to kick things off, needing a lot to their way if they are going to seal a remarkable third consecutive title win.

Italy captain Michele Lamaro has been dropped to the bench against Ireland, with head coach Gonzalo Quesada making seven changes for their final game of the Six Nations on Saturday. Lamaro has started the last 24 Six Nations matches but the flanker has been replaced by Manuel Zuliani,

Ireland head to Italy in the opening clash of Super Saturday on the last day of the 2025 Six Nations. As it stands, Ireland are in third place behind England and France, with all three teams in with a chance of winning the championship. Italy, on the other hand, are second from bottom and one point ahead of Wales.