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 whenev...