"Andy Farrell has wielded his axe in response to what he saw as a lack of "intent" and "fight" from his players in their Six Nations opener against France, with the Ireland coach making six personnel changes to his side for Saturday's game against Italy."
"Ulster pair Robert Baloucoune and Cormac Izuchukwu come into the starting team, while Munster's Edwin Edogbo is primed for a debut off the bench as Tadhg Furlong returns from injury alongside him."
Andy Farrell made six personnel changes to Ireland's side ahead of Saturday's Six Nations game against Italy after perceiving a lack of "intent" and "fight" in the opener against France. The changes include bringing Ulster pair Robert Baloucoune and Cormac Izuchukwu into the starting XV. Munster's Edwin Edogbo is set to make a bench debut, with Tadhg Furlong returning from injury and also available off the bench. Selection choices blend youth and experience and aim to address perceived shortcomings in physicality and work-rate following the opening performance.
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