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13th Feb 2015

Triple-decker ambush on Rob Kearney makes Six Nations ‘best tackles’ list

They build 'em tough on the Cooley Peninsula

Patrick McCarry

Hopefully Kearney has recovered his senses for this weekend’s French visit

There is not an Irishman in sight in the Six Nations’ compilation of big hits from the opening round of matches.

Ireland dominated possession against Italy, during their 26-3 win, forcing the blue shirts to make rib-jangling, defensive plays. Four Italians feature in the top six.

Josh Furno earns plaudits for snaffling Robbie Henshaw while an Azzurri triumvirate – Kelly Haimona, Martin Castrogiovanni and Marco Barbini – feature for their triple-decker on Kearney.