Injured for last November’s Autumn Series, if he plays against Italy it would be Izuchukwu’s Six Nations debut. For all the usual discussion around him, Sam Prendergast will likely be retained. It would be no surprise if the bench were to feature a potential debutant, most likely in Edwin Edogbo, or possibly Bryn Ward. If so, this would also mean that the versatile Jack Crowley will again wear the number 23 jersey. Ireland (possible) v Italy: Osborne; Baloucoune, Ringrose, McCloskey, Lowe; S Prendergast, Casey; Loughman, Sheehan, Clarkson; McCarthy, Ryan; Izuchukwu, Doris (capt), Conan.

Source: The Irish Times February 11, 2026 23:40 UTC