Match report
Time to sign off with Daniel Gallan’s match report from the Principality Stadium. Thanks for joining me, that was quite something. For now though, it’s arrivederci.
It will be interesting to see where both teams go after this unforgettable afternoon. Italy have answered those persistent questions over whether they belong in the Six Nations, and with emerging stars in the team and at under-20 level, the next target will be to hand some other side the wooden spoon next year.
As of right now, the most likely candidates are Wales, who will finish fifth, one year after winning the title. This is a dark day for them, completing a spectacular fall from grace – but perhaps having a point to prove and pride to recover will work for them in the long run, after a curiously flat campaign.
