Six Nations 2022: Team of the Tournament so far ahead of Round Three fixtures
The Six Nations returns this weekend after the first of two bye-weeks but which players from England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales have stood out so far?
After a week to rest, recuperate and reflect on their Week Two performances it’s almost time for the Six Nations to get back up and running with the latest round of fixtures.
This Saturday sees Scotland host France at Murrayfield and it’s do or die for the host’s title challenge following their defeat in Cardiff while the visitors are on track for a famous Grand Slam victory.
England host Wales in a fascinating encounter at Twickenham after both sides lost their opening matches but bounced back with wins in Week Two.
It’s a clash of two nations with a point to prove which adds an extra bit of fire to an already bitter rivalry.
The weekend concludes on Sunday in Dublin as Ireland will look to do the business against an Italy side who will probably need a miracle to secure a win.
Before all that though their is time to look back on the tournament so far an analyse how the best players in northern hemisphere rugby have done.
There were some incredibly tough calls to make in key positions, particularly the back row and wingers, but here is our pick for the best XV of the 2022 Six Nations so far:
England host Wales in a fascinating encounter at Twickenham after both sides lost their opening matches but bounced back with wins in Week Two.
13. Garry Ringrose
Played every minute of the tournament so far for Ireland, scored a try against Wales and has been strong in defence and attack
14. Darcy Graham
Set up Scotland’s try against England with quick feet and running and powered over for a score of his own against Wales
15. Liam Williams
Back to his absolute best against Scotland after a slow star in Dublin, kicked well and is as reliable as ever under the high ball