Probably the greatest Six Nations player to have never won a title, the Italian talisman was revered by all

England’s gladiator at eight was central to their early Six Nations success

The battling flanker overcame a sticky start to become an icon and double Grand Slam winner

The record breaking Scot was a Six Nations beacon amid many moments of gloom

The giant from Limerick spearheaded the reverse in Ireland’s Six Nations fortunes

Deception and subtlety lay behind Italy’s opening try of the 2026 Six Nations, says ALEX GOODE