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

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

The pocket rocket winger defied the odds to become one of the modern greats

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

All around the world, grass roots rugby players are upping their game for the international stage