By GARY FITZGERALD
TOMASSO Allan inspired the Azzurri as they overcame bullish, resolute Georgian rivals in a real physical battle in Florence.
The fly-half pulled the strings with accurate, intelligent kicking from both hand and turf as the hosts bounced back from their 54-7 thrashing by the Irish in Chicago.
It was only the second time these two countries have clashed, with Italy defeating the Georgians 31-22 in Asti 15 years ago.
And this was just as closely fought for the majority of the contest, although Italy always had too many weapons to hurt their visitors whenever the pressure w...
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