Six Nations 2022: Ireland's forwards, England's Tuilagi trauma, Scottish resilience and Welsh woes

The opening round of the 2022 Six Nations did not disappoint.

Ireland kicked things off with a dominant home win against Wales, before Scotland came out on top in a nail-biter against England.

France rounded things off nicely, taking top spot in the table after defeating a surprisingly spirited Italy.

Those three games leave much to discuss. Here are five of the top talking points, with help from Rugby Union Daily's Chris Jones, Ugo Monye, John Barclay and Sam Warburton.

Ireland are second in the table on points difference after their ruthless 29-7 dismantling of defending champions Wales.

Wing Mack Hansen impressed on his debut, but it was the skill of Ireland's forward pack that caught the eye of the Rugby Union Daily experts.

The likes of Tadhg Furlong and Tadhg Beirne battered their way through Wales' defence and provided quick ball for Ireland's backs to attack.

Former Scotland captain Barclay says Ireland's forwards have an «advanced skillset» greater than that of France, who they face in round two.

«They have forwards who are passing on the gain-line,» he continued. «They are so organised.»

England were in the driving seat at Murrayfield — 17-10 up with 15 minutes to go — but Scotland stayed in the fight and were awarded a penalty try because Luke Cowan-Dickie batted the ball into touch.

After Scotland took a 20-17 lead, England battled for one last penalty in a scrum but the hosts held firm.

Barclay was especially impressed with the win because Scotland «did it the hard way».

«It wasn't the perfect performance but the manner in which they did it was superb,» he continued.

«They have players that have swagger now. They're looking at a championship. Every game that they go into they are going to believe they are going to win.»