Dan Biggar predicts 2025 Six Nations table, bad for Scotland
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The Six Nations gets underway in Paris in just under a week’s time, with France hosting Ireland under the lights at the Stade de France.
Find your local Greene King and settle in for the 2025 Six Nations!
Spectators are guaranteed thrills and spills over five rounds of nail-biting action as many of rugby’s greatest heavyweights lock horns again.
Former Wales fly-half Dan Biggar, with years of experience at the top of the game, has shared his thoughts on how the tournament will unfold.
Ireland – Biggar’s Prediction: 1st
Biggar backs Ireland to top the table, citing their experience and cohesion:
“They look so strong on paper, with guys who have been there and done it. Everyone knows the game plan down to a tee and it's hard to stop.”
Key man: Tadhg Furlong – “There's a bit of a drop off if they lose him because he's such a rock at the scrum.”
France – Biggar’s Prediction: 2nd
Although full of talent, Biggar predicts France will narrowly miss out due to tough away fixtures:
“They don't have the easiest run of away games and that's why I think they'll be pipped.”
Key man: Antoine Dupont – “Without a shadow of a doubt. Look how much they missed him when he was at the Olympics.”
England – Biggar’s Prediction: 3rd
Biggar believes England’s depth and talent will keep them competitive but questions Marcus Smith's ability to deliver:
“He really needs to start turning performances into victories. If they can win one of their early games against Ireland or France, they'll be challengers.”
Key man: Maro Itoje – “He's captain now, and he really sets the standards with his play.”
Scotland – Biggar’s Prediction: 4th
Biggar expects Scotland to struggle without Sione Tuipulotu:
“Losing him was the worst possible preparation. He's been their standout player over the last 12 months.”
Key man: Zander Fagerson – “There's a lack of scrummaging depth behind him, and they really need him to last 70 minutes a match.”
Wales – Biggar’s Prediction: 5th
Biggar paints a grim picture for Wales, highlighting their inability to match the physicality of other teams:
“Wales don't have the size and power to compete physically with the best teams in the Six Nations, so I'd like to see them move the ball a bit more and go less direct.”
Key man: Tomos Williams – “There's a lot of inexperience at No 10, so they'll really lean on him. He's playing with real tempo and zip at Gloucester.”
Italy – Biggar’s Prediction: 6th
Biggar is impressed by Italy's midfield pairing but expects them to finish last:
“As a midfield combination, Brex and Menoncello are probably the best in the Six Nations. Their game in Rome feels like a shootout for the wooden spoon.”
Key man: Tommaso Menoncello – “He's the reigning player of the tournament and their most important player since Sergio Parisse.”
RUCK Verdict
While Biggar backs Ireland to win, we're tipping France to retain their crown in what promises to be a closely contested tournament.
Here's our predicted table:
- France – Shaun Edwards' defensive brilliance gives them the edge.
- Ireland – A strong campaign, but France's firepower trumps them.
- England – Borthwick's men show signs of progress but fall short.
- Italy – Continued improvement sees them leapfrog two teams.
- Scotland – Gregor Townsend's side stumbles without Tuipulotu.
- Wales – Gatland's tough rebuild leaves them at the bottom.
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