Six Nations 2017
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My pick is for the final game to still be relevant and a close England win in Dublin bringing them level on the table with Ireland. The 6N website hasn't been updated on rules but if they are the same as previous years (plus BPs) then 'who beat who' is not the criteria. It is points difference, then tries scored.
Given that England are a bigger flat track bully than Ireland the England take the title.England
Ireland
France (very close behind)
Scotland (Scots to beat the Welsh)
Wales
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@MiketheSnow said in Six Nations 2017:
Ireland
England
WalesBased on the personnel available today (09 January)
Oh, oh, you made Ireland favourites!
Big no, no.
Although based on personnel available currently, I don't disagree.
The bookies do, though....
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@Crucial said in Six Nations 2017:
My pick is for the final game to still be relevant and a close England win in Dublin bringing them level on the table with Ireland. The 6N website hasn't been updated on rules but if they are the same as previous years (plus BPs) then 'who beat who' is not the criteria. It is points difference, then tries scored.
Given that England are a bigger flat track bully than Ireland the England take the title.England
Ireland
France (very close behind)
Scotland (Scots to beat the Welsh)
Wales
ItalySquad depth could also play a part depending on injuries picked up during the tourney.
For Ireland, their biggest problem spots are 9 and 10. Murray and/or Sexton leaves them with Marmion/McGrath and Jackson/and err..... Keatley/Madigan (who's playing in France and out of the picture). Carbery is on an 8-week layoff from ankle surgery and not due back until Round 2 or likely 3 with no game time unless he can pick up a league match.
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@gollum said in Six Nations 2017:
England’s Chris Robshaw ruled out for 12 weeks and will miss Six Nations
Chris Robshaw has been ruled out of the Six Nations and will be sidelined for 12 weeks
Chris Robshaw crocked for all of 6 Nations. Reckon we will see Itoje there giving him a really nice warm up for the Lions.
Agreed. I think this is actually could work in the Lions favour.
Itoje at 6 maximises physicality and lineout height in the back five without compromising athleticism. -
Kruis now confirmed as not being available for any club rugby before the 6N so add him to the 'underdone' list with Hartley.
Marler's leg strain now diagnosed as a fracture and he won't be available for at least the starting weekend.
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Marler now gone as well. Broken leg.
In other news England's penalty count expected to fall significantly.
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@Catogrande said in Six Nations 2017:
Marler now gone as well. Broken leg.
In other news England's penalty count expected to fall significantly.
Is it his important leg? You know, the one he uses to drive in at an angle with?
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Hopefully Genge gets a run. A bit of a headcase, but I'd take the risk any day over someone military medium like Mullan.
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@Margin_Walker Agreed. I saw Genge do a cameo against Wales in the pre-tour match and thought he's got what it takes. Our cover at prop, although a little green is looking pretty good. Sinckler is doing well, Genge will be a 50 cap+ man if he stays fit (I reckon).
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@Margin_Walker said in Six Nations 2017:
Hopefully Genge gets a run. A bit of a headcase, but I'd take the risk any day over someone military medium like Mullan.
Against the Frogs? I could see a wee bit of provocation going on there in the anticipation of his blood boiling (and his captain getting involved)
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@Crucial said in Six Nations 2017:
@Margin_Walker said in Six Nations 2017:
Hopefully Genge gets a run. A bit of a headcase, but I'd take the risk any day over someone military medium like Mullan.
Against the Frogs? I could see a wee bit of provocation going on there in the anticipation of his blood boiling (and his captain getting involved)
Definitely a risk, but he's had a run of decent games,where he's making a big impact across the pitch. Seems to thrive on a bit of niggle and has managed not to lamp anyone...... yet. Game against France could actually bring out the best in him.
Just can't get too enthused about Mullan or Catt. They are both decent enough, but that's about it.
Think he'll end up going with Mullan, with Genge off the bench
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@Margin_Walker I think you're likely right about how Eddie will go. It might be a step too far even for him to drop Genge right in at the deep end. What you get from Mullan is experience and some world class sulking. The French can't handle sulkers, they get all sympathetic.
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Well with Cole and his sunny demeanour on the other side, it will be pure misery in the front row. Will have to look to Hartley for comic relief.
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@Pot-Hale said in Six Nations 2017:
@MiketheSnow said in Six Nations 2017:
Ireland
England
WalesBased on the personnel available today (09 January)
Oh, oh, you made Ireland favourites!
Big no, no.
Although based on personnel available currently, I don't disagree.
The bookies do, though....
These are my opening weekend winners
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@MajorRage said in Six Nations 2017:
@Crucial Looks like you've been spending time on the global leading site for scrum analysis from across the dutch.
I only go there for the videos
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BBC advert banned for being anti-England becomes internet sensation
The trailer shows fans from Wales, Scotland and Ireland all appearing to shout for England. But it then becomes clear they are being asked which team they most want to beat.
Still one of my favourite 6N promos - that was "banned".
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@Pot-Hale It sums up the 6N pretty well and I don't find it offensive at all. I find it really quite funny. The only thing that leaves me a little sour is that you get the feeling that if it was any other of the Home Nations teams there would be a media outcry.
