After ‘one-dimensional’ effort

the global showpiece which have to be in the mind too, acknowledging post-match that that’s why he made the 10 changes to his side from the opening round.

‘‘I probably need to take some criticism myself in terms of making so many changes and perhaps not having that continuity,’’ he said.

‘‘But the plan was doubleedged with looking at the Six Nations and ahead to the World Cup.

‘‘We came here and did a job, got a win and can start thinking about the next two weeks which could already potentially be a championship decider.’’

PHOTOS: GETTY IMAGES/AP MAIN: Italy’s Sebastian Negri da Ollegio wins a lineout against Wales.INSET: Scotland’s Rhys Finn Russell is wrapped up by Ireland’s Bundee Aki.