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Whatever happened to Gallic flairBrian Ashton reflects on a Six Nations that failed to hit the heights and wonders if Wales and France have the imaginative will to develop their games.
Wales triumph is more Grind than Grand SlamWales will now find out if their pragmatic, physical, kicking style of rugby is enough to beat Australia in the southern hemisphere
Wales success built on their superb second half performancesThe most successful teams have made the fewest mistakes because they have risked little in what has been a poor quality Six Nations.
Wales can dominate northern hemisphere rugby for yearsYouth and stamina should carry Wales to a Grand Slam despite their poor recent record at home to France.
England flatter to deceiveThe reaction to England’s win in Paris was utterly hysterical and completely ignored the rugby reality.
Priestland key to Welsh SuccessRhys Priestland started playing at outside-half for Wales only last August, and then by accident. He had been picked at full-back against England at Twickenham in a pre-World Cup friendly, only to be told a few minutes for the start that he would be wearing the 10 jersey because Stephen Jones had suffered a calf injury in the warm-up.
Kidney’s love affair with Earls is hurting IrelandSelecting the right team can be one of the hardest jobs in the world and it may be a while since Ireland have got it right.
Italy must keep Wales behind the Gain LineMartin Castrogiovanni on why this weekend’s battle in Cardiff is going to be their toughest game of the Six Nations.
Wales keep on getting stronger, fitter and betterShane Williams explains why a Wales Grand Slam this year would mean far more than when they last triumphed in 2005 and 2008.
New England can be a big hit against FranceCourtney Lawes explains the value of the impact tackle and how it could help England beat France on Sunday.
