Six Nations 2025

France don't rely on their 10 when Dupont is playing. Dupont plays as the first receiver and primary playmaker.

NtaMack will be a loss, but they have plenty of other 10s who can step in as long as Dupont stays fit

Poor old Wales didn't fire a shot all night never mind land one. They were pretty committed to the defensive cause though, about the only hope i have for them is that if they could keep a less prolific team scoreless and frustrated they might gain confidence and build into a game. I really thought last night could have been 70 to 80 points like toulouse and bordeaux have been racking up, Wales not really much stronger than the teams that conceded those scores but fair play to them, they fought.

I still expect them to end the tournament with 5 losses, 17 in a row, thats a crazy number. Then 2 tests in Japan, where they can at least go almost full strength as they won't have many Lions missing and hope to break their streak. They probably will win a test in Japan but they'll need to be good to do so.

I'd expect Ntamack to return for Ireland hane, his suspension won't be massive. I'd guess Ramos will deputise as long as he needs to, great player and has the temperament not to make bad decisions under the type of pressure English defence will bring, they have dupont to worry about too so they can't just hone in on the 10. Plus the frightening pace on the wings and the accuracy of cross field kicks means teams can't be narrow against them either.

We will know next weekend if it's a 2 horse race or 3 after England have played both Ireland and France, I don't see Scotland challenging this year for top spot, more challenging for top half. Great backline but forward pack not as good as the genuine contenders.

They could do it and it might work but against England away in 6 nations, I don't see it.