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Ireland-Italy Six Nations match called off due to coronavirus fears
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Published on February 26, 2020 - Duration: 01:01s
Ireland-Italy Six Nations match called off due to coronavirus fears
Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations game against Italy in Dublin on March 7 has been postponed due to the risk posed by the coronavirus outbreak.
IRFU chief executive Philip Browne said he supported the decision made by the government following a "positive meeting" with Irish health minister Simon Harris.
He added the IRFU are hoping to reschedule the match within the coming days.