Second-row Luke Charteris (shoulder) and utility back Ceri Sweeney (groin) could return from injury for the Gwent side, along with ex-Wales wing Gareth Wyatt (shoulder).

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Italy looked to have genuine claims for an infringement when Bergamasco powered down the wing only to be shoulder-charged by Southwell, earning his 50th cap along with Chris Cusiter, after kicking ahead.

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Hook will undergo his surgery after facing the Springboks and Newport Gwent Dragon Will Harries has been called into the squad to replace wing Williams who also has shoulder problems.

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