Rugby 6 Nations: Italy vs. Ireland Betting Analysis and Prediction

Ireland will be hoping to keep their Grand Slam dream alive this coming weekend, as the Rugby 6 Nations schedule sees them travel to Rome. In truth, they already look like a solid bet on rugby to finish the campaign with five wins from five. They sit top of the Six Nations standings after picking up back-to-back wins.

The Irish will be heavy favorites in Italy vs Ireland betting this weekend, and many will be looking for some valueRugby 6 Nations picks for the game in Rome. You can find out Rugby 6 Nations predictions for this third-round match at the Stadio Olimpico here.

Italy vs. Ireland Information

Italy vs Ireland

Location: Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy.

Date and Time: Saturday, February 25, 2023. 9:15 AM ET.

Italy vs. Ireland Recent Scores

This weekend’s clash will be the 35th overall meeting between Ireland and Italy. The Irish boast an extremely dominant record in the previous meetings, having won 30 times. Italy has recorded three of their four wins with home advantage, but their latest win over the Irish was recorded back in March 2013.

Since then, Ireland has won all 12 meetings between the sides. Their latest visit to Rome resulted in a 48-10 win, while the Irish were commanding 57-6 winners in the Six Nation clash between the sides last year.

Italy vs. Ireland Betting Analysis

Italy Facts To Know

It has been a long time since Italy failed to finish in any position in the standings other than the bottom. However, there is a real chance this year that they could finish at least fifth in the Six Nations standings. The Italians have already picked up a point in the Six Nations this year, which is enough to see them sit a place above the Welsh in the standings.

However, slipped to a second straight defeat in the competition in their previous game. Ultimately, they were edged out by England at Twickenham, with defensive mistakes proving costly in London. Still, Italy’s attacking play was able to pose serious questions of the Roses, and Marco Riccioni and Alessandro Fusco scored tries to add some respectability to the final result.

There is little doubt that the Italian attack is vibrant at present, and that is highlighted by the fact that they have already scored 38 points in the competition this season. The Italians have also scored double the number of tries than Wales, and has scored just one fewer than France.

Ireland Facts To Know

There is no great surprise that the traveling side is favored in Italy vs Ireland betting with the leading rugby betting sportsbooks. The Irish are the top-ranked side in the world of rugby, and they look set to complete the Grand Slam this term, barring any major slip-ups between now and the end of the campaign.

Ireland sits top of the standings, courtesy of their superior points difference over Scotland. But, the Scots could yet have a key role to play in the ultimate destination of the Six Nations title this term. Ireland’s best win under Andy Farrell was scored in the previous round, as they ended France’s 14-game winning run with a 32-19 success in Dublin.

Hugo Keenan, Andrew Porter, and James Lowe all scored tries in a pulsating opening half for the Irish. The victory not only assured their place at the top of the Rugby 6 Nations odds to win the tournament this year, but now they are the standout pick for World Cup glory later this year.

Updates

Ireland will be without Tadhg Beirne for the remainder of the Six Nations after the second row limped off against France. However, Farrell could have Rob Herring, and Dan Sheehan back for the trip to Italy. Meanwhile, Italy has no fresh injury issues.

Italy vs. Ireland Betting Preview

Moneyline

• Italy: +1400
• Ireland: -5000
• Draw: +5000

Spread

• Italy (+22): +100
• Ireland (-22): -110

Italy vs. Ireland Betting Prediction

It is incredibly difficult to look past the away team in Italy vs Ireland betting this weekend. However, a bet on Ireland to win the game certainly isn’t the most appealing at -5000.

The Irish have been sensational in both games that they have played to this point, and we could only see them scoring a big scoring victory this weekend. Therefore, a chance is taken on Ireland on the spread.

• Pick: Ireland (-22) -110

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