Ireland break down Italy in second half for comfortable Rome win

Six Nations 2014 champions Ireland got their defence off to a stuttery start in Rome, winning comfortably 26-3 but failing to fire for most of the match. Two tries in three minutes, against 14 men, proved enough to hold off the spirited Italians. The visiting Irish side, who beat the likes of South Africa in November, took over an hour to score a try in Rome, despite dominating with 63% territory and possession. Italy's defensive effort was superb, and it took a yellow card to break things down after the hour mark.  "We showed great quality in the defensive phase," said Italy's coach Jacque…