COLIN BOAG

With two rounds gone, what have we learned so far from this year’s Six Nations?
First, that the standard appears better than in recent years, with Scotland definitely being more competitive, which has to be good for everyone. Next we learned that despite beating a below par New Zealand, Ireland are not as good as they thought they were.
It’s also become clear that England have acquired the attribute that the very best sides have, the ability to find a way to win even though they’re not at their best. In part that’s down to superior fitness levels, it see...