Rugby union: Wallabies hold on for tight win over Italy

Australia 40-27 ItalyIsrael Folau scores two triesThe Wallabies have have held off a fast-finishing Italy to escape with a heart stopping 40-27 win in Saturday’s final June Test in Brisbane.Australia looked like they were coasting to victory when Sefa Naivalu scored his second try early in the second half, giving them a 28-13 lead at Suncorp Stadium. Related: Does the weakness of South Africa and Australia threaten future of the Lions? | The Breakdown Related: Status quo remains in Australian rugby after ARU emergency meeting – for now | Bret Harris Continue reading...