THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT THE FUTURE'S

With Antoine Dupont restored, les Bleus are justified favourites to defend their crown

Another Wooden Spoon beckons unless the men in red can find new strength in adversity

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Gregor Townsend’s men hope to change hearts and minds after their autumn setbacks

Currently ranked third in the world, the England squad stands a great chance of winning the forthcoming Guinness Six Nations thanks to a host of inspiring young players, predicts Owain Jones