England 36-15 Italy

England v Italy Match Reports

England overcame a canny Italy to win 36-15 at Twickenham. A fascinating first half saw England thoroughly confused by Italian tactics, whereby their players refused to form rucks. Dan Cole scored England's first try in the 24th minute, but a Tommaso Allan drop-goal and a Giovanbattista Venditti try put Italy 10-5 up at half time. England started strongly in the second half and scored two quick tries through Danny Care and Elliot Daly to retake the lead. Michele Campagnaro scored Italy's second try on the hour, to bring his team within two points of England. But late tries from Jack Nowell and Ben Te'o secured a 17th consecutive win for England. A selection of match reports is listed below:

• BBC: England overcome improved Italy to return to top of table
• Guardian: Jack Nowell propels England past spirited Italy after first-half scare
• Independent: England find their rhythm to see off innovative Italians and move top of Six Nations standings
• Telegraph: Azzurri ruck tactics baffle hosts as Eddie Jones's men avoid almighty scare at Twickenham
• Daily Mail: Conor O'Shea wins respect as Red Rose struggle past the Azzurri to go 17 games unbeaten
• Sky Sports: Six Nations champions overcome scare
• ESPN: England stumble to win No. 17 over canny Italy
• England Rugby: England defeat Italy 36-15 in RBS 6 Nations