Three things we learned from the Six Nations
France cemented their status as pre-tournament favourites by launching their Six Nations campaign with a comprehensive 37-10 home win over perennial strugglers Italy on Sunday.
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Johnny Sexton says Ireland confidence was high before their nine successive wins
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton insists confidence in the camp has never wavered during Andy Farrell’s reign as head coach.
Mack Hansen says Andy Farrell inspired his stunning Ireland Test debut
Ireland newcomer Mack Hansen says words of wisdom from head coach Andy Farrell inspired an unforgettable Test debut after initially suspecting his selection may be a wind-up.
Johnny Sexton: Ireland have plenty to brush up on despite Wales win
Captain Johnny Sexton insists Ireland still have significant room for improvement, despite blowing away defending champions Wales in their Guinness Six Nations opener.
Scotland defeat England, Ireland beat champions Wales in Six Nations opening fixtures on Saturday.
Scotland won their second consecutive Calcutta Cup when they secured a late 20-17 win over England at Murrayfield, while Ireland defeated Wales. The Six Nations for both teams got underway on Saturday night and both countries played to a dramatic ending. Ad/> England were leading with 20 minutes of the match remaining, but when Luke Cowan-Dickie purposefully slapped a kick from Finn Russell into touch, Scotland were awarded seven points.
Johnny Sexton: Ireland have plenty of stuff to brush up on despite Wales win
Captain Johnny Sexton insists Ireland still have significant room for improvement, despite blowing away defending champions Wales in their Guinness Six Nations opener.
Ireland player ratings: Hansen and Beirne shine in Six Nations opener against Wales
Andy Farrell's Ireland are off to a winning start in this year's Guinness Six Nations.
Bonus point start for Ireland as they cruise past Wales in Six Nations opener
While Wales have an injury list longer than the Severn Bridge, there's always a sense of trepidation when they talk their chances down.