Laden with talent, the ever-improving Azzurri are closing the gap on the major powers

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

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The experts on their nations’ chances – and the matches that could be key to success

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

Benetton wing Louis Lynagh wants to spur Italy to further success after downing his father’s nation Australia in the autumn