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<blockquote data-quote="stormmaster1" data-source="post: 169440"><p>England are looking good. Their pack took them to the WC final and the pack is largely unchanged. They may look better with some younger inventive players behind the scrum. The main questions are will the team gel like it did in the knockout stages of the world cup? will Johnny get injured? and would it be better for England if he did?</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My 100% non-biased prediction <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite7" alt=":p" title="Stick Out Tongue :p" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":p" /> : 2nd</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>Wales are unpredictable at the best of times. They have the backs to ignite any match, but imo lack a little forward ooompth to be real challengers. That said Gatland and Edwards are two coaches who can add some steel and tenacity to any side. They could be the coaches that finally release the dragon, but will they have had enough preparation time this year?</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My prediction: =3rd</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>France must be fuming. They had their chance at the world cup, failed to ignite against the Argies, produced a commited display with a telling finish against the no1 side before shrinking into their shells once more. Against England in Paris they will be up for revenge. they could get a grand slam, they could win only 2 games. I reckon they will get their act together to show all how the french play rugby on their way to the ***le.</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My Prediction: 1st</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>Ireland. Hmmmmmm. Last 6N they were within striking distance of a first championship since black and white telly, but somehow slipped up. They have got to find that spark which somehow eaded them in the world cup. BOD needs to show once again why he is the greatest centre ever, and the team needs to rediscover its heart. Plenty of experience there, but are they starting to look like dad's army?</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My prediction: 5th and EOS on his way out</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>Scotland look promising. They had a decent world cup and their provinces have had some good displays this season. With the great Jason White repelling all comers don't expect the Scots to go down with anything less than a fight. They may be a little short on class and tight game know-how for the ***le, but i'm expecting a decent campaign from them.</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My Prediction: =3rd</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>Italy aren't just there to make up the numbers, but if the previous weaker sides in Wales and Scotland get the resurgence they are hoping for then Italy will be left at the bottom of the pecking order. Let's hope they don't get whitewashed though.</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>My Prediction: 6th</p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p>Overall it's just too difficult to predict accurately as there is so much change in most sides. I'm just hoping England don't go backwards and we have an exciting tournament.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="stormmaster1, post: 169440"] England are looking good. Their pack took them to the WC final and the pack is largely unchanged. They may look better with some younger inventive players behind the scrum. The main questions are will the team gel like it did in the knockout stages of the world cup? will Johnny get injured? and would it be better for England if he did? My 100% non-biased prediction :P : 2nd Wales are unpredictable at the best of times. They have the backs to ignite any match, but imo lack a little forward ooompth to be real challengers. That said Gatland and Edwards are two coaches who can add some steel and tenacity to any side. They could be the coaches that finally release the dragon, but will they have had enough preparation time this year? My prediction: =3rd France must be fuming. They had their chance at the world cup, failed to ignite against the Argies, produced a commited display with a telling finish against the no1 side before shrinking into their shells once more. Against England in Paris they will be up for revenge. they could get a grand slam, they could win only 2 games. I reckon they will get their act together to show all how the french play rugby on their way to the ***le. My Prediction: 1st Ireland. Hmmmmmm. Last 6N they were within striking distance of a first championship since black and white telly, but somehow slipped up. They have got to find that spark which somehow eaded them in the world cup. BOD needs to show once again why he is the greatest centre ever, and the team needs to rediscover its heart. Plenty of experience there, but are they starting to look like dad's army? My prediction: 5th and EOS on his way out Scotland look promising. They had a decent world cup and their provinces have had some good displays this season. With the great Jason White repelling all comers don't expect the Scots to go down with anything less than a fight. They may be a little short on class and tight game know-how for the ***le, but i'm expecting a decent campaign from them. My Prediction: =3rd Italy aren't just there to make up the numbers, but if the previous weaker sides in Wales and Scotland get the resurgence they are hoping for then Italy will be left at the bottom of the pecking order. Let's hope they don't get whitewashed though. My Prediction: 6th Overall it's just too difficult to predict accurately as there is so much change in most sides. I'm just hoping England don't go backwards and we have an exciting tournament. [/QUOTE]
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