O'Sullivan to name team for Italy clash today

Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan is set to name his starting 15 for Saturday's Six Nations opener against Italy today.

Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan is set to name his starting 15 for Saturday's Six Nations opener against Italy today.

In-form Leinster forwards Bernard Jackman and Jamie Heaslip could be in line for places in the team.

After a disappointing World Cup campaign, Irish captain Brian O'Driscoll says he and his team-mates would love to win the championship, but are focused at the moment on securing a win over the Azzurri.

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