Australia ended Joe Schmidt's time as head coach with a commanding 57-10 win over Italy in Perth, snapping a six-match losing streak in emphatic fashion.

Italy lock Niccolo Cannone receives a four-match ban after his red card against New Zealand in the Nations Championship.

New Zealand overcame a poor first half to beat Italy 47-17 and remain unbeaten after two rounds of the Nations Championship.

Japan began their Nations Championship campaign with an impressive 27-10 win over Italy in Tokyo.

England's commanding win over Italy means the Red Roses now head to France for another Women's Six Nations Grand Slam showdown.

Wales have named an unchanged starting XV for their final-round Six Nations meeting with Italy in Cardiff

The attention on Italy was only heightened after their victory over England, so Wales know they must produce another encouraging performance if they are to claim their elusive Six Nations win.

Italy produced one of the biggest results in their rugby history with a dramatic 23-18 victory over England at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

Steve Borthwick has made a raft of changes for his side’s Six Nations clash against Italy as England look to respond in Rome.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has made nine changes to his starting XV for the Six Nations clash against Italy in Rome, with Fin Smith handed a starting role at fly-half.

England centre Ollie Lawrence unlikely to face Italy in Six Nations after knee injury setback

Italy will be without Ange Capuozzo for the remainder of the Six Nations after the full-back sustained a shoulder injury in the defeat to France.

France overcame a determined Italian side to secure a 33-8 victory in Lille, maintaining control of their campaign despite facing their sternest test so far.

France have suffered an injury setback ahead of their Six Nations meeting with Italy after centre Yoram Moefana was ruled out of the fixture.

France climbed above England in the latest World Rugby rankings after another strong Six Nations performance, while Scotland also improved their position following a key victory.

Ireland avoided a shock defeat in the second round of Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium, coming from behind to defeat a spirited Italy after a tense second half comeback.

Andy Farrell outlines reasons behind Ireland team changes and new player opportunities for Italy Six Nations clash

James Lowe returns as Ireland overhaul lineup for Italy after France defeat in Six Nations

Italy keep winning lineup against Ireland with Leonardo Marin replacing Juan Ignacio Brex and Pani starting at full-back

Tadhg Furlong resumes full training and could feature for Ireland against Italy in Six Nations fixture.