Robert Baloucoune of Ireland in action against Lorenzo Pani of Italy during the Six Nations match at the Aviva Stadium. Photo: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
Our team of experts give their view on the questions raised by Ireland’s win against Italy
Rúaidhrí O’Connor: The fact that the lesser heralded players are the ones making the big plays. Stuart McCloskey is the team’s totem, Jamie Osborne was superb, and Robert Baloucoune and Cormac Izuchukwu are to the manner born. In the long run, the squad will be a lot stronger for the experience.