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Rugby Special: First Weekend

Ugo Monye presents comprehensive analysis from the opening weekend of this year’s Six Nations, featuring defending champions Ireland against England.

Ugo Monye presents comprehensive analysis from the opening weekend of this year’s Six Nations, featuring Ireland against England.

Ireland won last year’s tournament, although their tilt at a Grand Slam fell short at Twickenham as England triumphed in a thrilling contest. Simon Easterby takes charge of Ireland with head coach Andy Farrell away on Lions duty and he faces England boss Steve Borthwick, who expects his team to improve in this year’s tournament.

You can also see what happened when Antoine Dupont returned to Six Nations duty as France hosted Wales in Paris, as well as Scotland’s opening match versus Italy in Edinburgh.

Expert analysis comes from former Wales and Scotland captains Sam Warburton and John Barclay.

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