Will the RFU be kicking themselves for letting now Ireland head coach Andy Farrell go in 2016? Could England’s record defeat to France prove a crucial lesson in this side’s transition? Can Scotland and Italy fight their way out of hugely difficult World Cup groups later this year?
By James Cole, Sky Sports News reporter
Last Updated: 20/03/23 6:11am
Owen Farrell and Andy Farrell pictured after England’s loss to Ireland to end the 2023 Six Nations
Sky Sports News’ James Cole takes a look back on the 2023 Six Nations, assessing the state of play with each side ahead of the World Cup in France later this year…
Ireland
Ireland were, quite simply, head and shoulders above the rest in this year’s Six Nations.
Ireland’s Six Nations 2023 results
Saturday, February 4
Wales 10-34 Ireland
Saturday, February 11
Ireland 32-19 France
Saturday, February 25
Italy 20-34 Ireland
Sunday, March 12
Scotland 7-22 Ireland
Saturday, March 18
Ireland 29-16 England
The grand slam was a fitting end to an excellent campaign – and, indeed, an excellent 12 months. They’ve now won 10 Tests in a row, which including an historic series win in New Zealand.
Jonny Sexton seems to be getting better with age and may think twice about his decision to retire after the world cup.
Their back three have all taken their games to another level – Ja …