By STEFFAN THOMAS

JAMES Hook does not expect Wales to retain their Six Nations title but the former Ospreys, Perpignan, and Gloucester star insists Wales are on an upward trajectory towards next year’s World Cup.
“It’s all about momentum, and we’ve got a lot of forward injuries,” he said. “Our first XV can do a job, but it is up-front where we’ve got to be strong.
“The starting backline is very strong so we can beat teams there. We’ve got the potential to win three games, our home games.
“The Ireland game will be very difficult first up in Dublin. We’ve got to match them physically to ...