http://www.planet-rugby.com/rss/0,16039,3889,00.xmlItaly news from www.planet-rugby.comen-gbThu, 02 Jul 2009 17:53:18 GMTCopyright www.planet-rugby.com 2007http://www.planet-rugby.com/Images/96005.jpgPlanet RugbyCalvisano have been forced to drop out of Italy's top flight after financial constraints meant they would not be able to enter the Magners League."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5408085,00.html3889_5408085Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:58:25 GMTRugby UnionItaly captain Sergio Parisse has been suspended after being found guilty of eye gouging New Zealand's Isaac Ross."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5404556,00.html3889_5404556Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:52:11 GMTRugby UnionNew Zealand Assistant Coach Steve Hansen found few positives after the 27-6 win over Italy while Nick Mallett was left happy in Christchurch."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5403477,00.html3889_5403477Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:25:22 GMTRugby UnionVictory was posted by New Zealand on Saturday, but it was by no means plain sailing as the Italians bravely fell short of the mark in 27-6 defeat. "http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5403100,00.html3889_5403100Sat, 27 Jun 2009 08:05:59 GMTRugby UnionAfter two fairly brutal games in Australia, a trip to New Zealand would be the last 80 minutes on many an Italian's wish list."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5401614,00.html3889_5401614Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:13:08 GMTRugby UnionNick Mallett believes the growth of rugby union in Italy would only be enhanced by them hosting a World Cup."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5400230,00.html3889_5400230Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:17:48 GMTRugby UnionNick Mallett has picked his strongest possible side for the clash with New Zealand in Christchurch on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5399886,00.html3889_5399886Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:16:22 GMTRugby UnionHaving qualified for Italy by dint of a paternal granfather, Craig Gower is becoming an unlikely hero among his Azzurri peers."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5398343,00.html3889_5398343Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:54:40 GMTRugby UnionItaly coach Nick Mallett singled new fly-half Craig Gower out for special praise after the Azzurri's defeat in Australia."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5396331,00.html3889_5396331Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:44:35 GMTRugby UnionAustralia wrapped up their two-Test series against Italy on Saturday with very little to shout about in a fragmented 34-12 victory in Melbourne."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5389956,00.html3889_5389956Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:41:29 GMTRugby UnionThe roof will be closed in Melbourne to avoid any Canberra-like cold snaps as both Italy and Australia look to improve on their efforts of seven days ago."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5388302,00.html3889_5388302Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:23:06 GMTRugby UnionFollowing Saturday's less than ideal conditions the Wallabies announced that they will have the roof closed for the second Test at the Etihad Stadium."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5386965,00.html3889_5386965Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:17:13 GMTRugby UnionItaly coach Nick Mallett has followed Robbie Deans' lead by making a whole host of changes for Saturday's second Test against Australia."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5386574,00.html3889_5386574Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:06:39 GMTRugby UnionItaly Head Coach Nick Mallett has given new fly-half Craig Gower his full backing following a tough debut against the Wallabies in Canberra."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5379666,00.html3889_5379666Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:15:13 GMTRugby UnionTeenage sensation James O'Connor continued his meteoric rise by claiming a well-taken hat-trick as the Wallabies beat Italy 31-8 in Canberra."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5377387,00.html3889_5377387Sat, 13 Jun 2009 10:25:24 GMTRugby UnionAustralian Craig Gower says he will have to master communication problems with his new teammates in his international debut for Italy against the Wallabies Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5375946,00.html3889_5375946Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:14:18 GMTRugby UnionCanberra is poised for a premature welcome home shindig on Saturday as the returning Matt Giteau looks to lead Australia onwards and upwards against Italy."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5375940,00.html3889_5375940Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:10:45 GMTRugby UnionThe Wallabies will host Italy in freezing conditions at Canberra Stadium in the first Test on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5375704,00.html3889_5375704Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:40:48 GMTRugby UnionFormer Rugby League star Craig Gower will make his international Rugby Union debut for Italy against the Wallabies at Canberra Stadium on Saturday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5373991,00.html3889_5373991Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:01:16 GMTRugby UnionItaly coach Nick Mallett believes the International Rugby Board is doing his side few favours in the run-up to the 2011 World Cup."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5367869,00.html3889_5367869Sun, 07 Jun 2009 13:18:07 GMTRugby UnionItalian centre Gilberto Pavan will miss Italy's tour of Australia and New Zealand after suffering a knee injury in training on Wednesday."http://www.planet-rugby.com/Story/0,18259,3889_5361494,00.html3889_5361494Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:00:30 GMTRugby Union