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Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

That wraps up the first half. Ireland can consider themselves lucky to be ahead at half time following early Italian dominance.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Referee calls time and Briggs kicks for touch.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Ireland win the penalty in the subsequent play.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Crooked throw.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Clock hits 40.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Rigoni finds touch on halfway.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Penalty awarded to the Italians.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Superb work from Italy on the ground as they force the turn over.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Rigoni clears and Ireland are on the attack.

Ultimate Rugby Mar 3

Ball delivery is shaky.