Tuivaiti stopped just short

France are beginning a Six Nations campaign with two successive home games for the first time since 2016, which also happens to be the last time they began with back-to-back victories.

Italy keep it tight a few metres out

Italy hold an unwanted record, having now lost their last 23 Six Nations games. No other side has lost more than 17 consecutive games in Five or Six Nations history.

Show and go from Palazanni

Italy look to maul

Back for the penalty, Allan kicks for the corner

Strong carry from Steyn