Analysis
Why Beirne and Keenan are Farrell's most zealous disciples
The progression of Ireland's immense lock and under-rated full-back mirror Andy Farrell's qualities as head coach
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Analysis
Why defensive aggressor Felix Jones will drive new-look England
Steve Borthwick's World Cup-winning lieutenant could be the most influential voice in the coaching box.
Opinion
Faz, Fabien and a fabled Friday night
Ireland made a talked-up French side look very ordinary and they must be odds on to win back-to-back Grand Slams
Analysis
Six Nations: How Big Joe McCarthy destroyed the French juggernaut
Ireland's young lock delivered a coming-of-age performance in the Marseille cauldron.
Opinion
Unlikely Welsh resurgence offers hope for trek to Twickenham
After a horror show in the first-half, an inexperienced Welsh side showed ambition to give Scotland the fright of their lives
Analysis
Carter Gordon and the Rebels without a cause
As the Melbourne franchise battles financial strife, Australia's talented young 10 faces an uncertain future.
Interview
'Nothing comes easy for Scotland in Cardiff – you have to earn it'
Two heroes of previous Scotland wins in Cardiff explain how the current side can end 22 years of hurt.
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Ben Kay: 'I genuinely think it’s a really exciting time to be an England fan'
With a team in transition, Italy in Rome presents a potential banana skin but there is much to savour with this new England team
Opinion
Nine reasons to be thankful for the Six Nations
From Finn Russell to 'cheesecake' via Shaun Edwards' thunder face, a sideways look at what to expect in this year's Championship
Opinion
Gatland forced to play a youthful hand as golden generation ebbs away
Wales have been forced to drum up their own hype with neutral observers writing them off before the tournament has started
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Tommaso Allan: 'English press are nasty and brutal - I don't envy English players'
The veteran Italian reflects on a brutal World Cup, life in England and new beginnings for the Azzurri.
Analysis
Old timers back in vogue as France favour Springboks' approach
Fabien Galthié opts for experience over youth to help France recover from their World Cup setback.
