 Berbizier took over from the sacked John Kirwan in April |
Italy coach Pierre Berbizier enjoyed a victory in his first game on home soil as his side thrashed Tonga. Italy built on a fine back-line showing to run in seven tries, with captain Marco Bortolami scoring twice early on.
Winger Mirco Bergamasco added a third try before the break but it was only a temporary respite as Gonzalo Canale touched down before a Josh Sole brace.
Bergamasco grabbed his second try close to full-time while fly-half Ramiro Pez scored five conversions and a penalty.
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