Wales are in line for the Grand Slam after beating Italy 48-7, whereas England ended France’s Grand Slam hopes with a surprising 23-20 win and Eire beat Scotland 27-24

We choose essentially the most excellent gamers from the weekend’s Six Nations fourth spherical, as Wales maintain their Grand Slam hopes alive, England beat France and Eire edged Scotland.

15 Stuart Hogg (Scotland)

Hogg was not as environment friendly as he normally is, however he stored his facet within the sport and resumed kicking duties late to deliver the Scottish degree again.

14 Anthony Watson (England)

The person of the match efficiency in his fiftieth Check match, Watson was at his finest towards France.

13 George North (Wales)

North relishes his new position at middle and was on the scoresheet once more

12 Gaël Fickou (France)

A large defensive show from Fickou, who places Robbie Henshaw within the No.12 jersey. Made 13 tackles in all and likewise produced some great touches – together with a pleasant cross to Antoine Dupont for his attempt.

11 Louis Rees-Zammit (Wales)

One other star efficiency by Rees-Zammit which as soon as once more reveals its rhythm. A attempt was denied because of a ahead cross however scored an exquisite interception attempt to seal the sport for Wales.

10 Matthieu Jalibert (France)

Matthieu Jalibert was sensational for France

Johnny Sexton stepped in when wanted and received the sport towards Eire, however Jalibert was fairly distinctive for France. His cross was exact and his kicking sport was wonderful as nicely.

9. Ben Youngs (England)

It seemed like Dupont was going to be operating the present at Twickenham after his first attempt, however hats off to Younger and England for holding him quiet. Youngs was wonderful at testing the French protection with a number of dart runs and his field kicks have been good too.

1 Cyril Baille (France)

Cyril Baille carried exhausting for France

Baille was a beast on the free kick and France actually missed him when he left the sector. Worn powerfully for Les Bleus and was additionally current with some spectacular turnovers. I additionally confirmed lovely fingers.

2 Ken Owens (Wales)

The Wales roster has struggled these days and whereas it wasn’t all slutty down, Owens produced some good arrows for a clear sheet towards Italy. Labored exhausting in protection and likewise scored two tries!

3 Tadhg Furlong (Eire)

Sturdy and constant within the fray, he additionally grabbed consideration with unimaginable footwork to cross a bemused Finn Russell.

4 Maro Itoje (England)

Scale back penalties however all the time play to the restrict. Was referred to as up by Eddie Jones for his management qualities and likewise scored the successful attempt.

5 James Ryan (Eire)

James Ryan in motion on the roster for Eire

Okay so the Scotland roster wasn’t precisely in fine condition, however Ryan actually bought caught in there and made a nuisance to himself. An excellent efficiency within the scrum and labored tirelessly on the rucks and mauls too. Charlie Ewels did not have the possibility to overlook it.

6 Tadhg Beirne (Eire)

My apologies to Josh Navidi who has been excellent for Wales however Beirne will get the nod this week. He produced an enormous efficiency and will surely have caught the eye of Lions coach Warren Gatland.

7 Tom Curry (England)

Hamish Watson does not have an opportunity to lose however the English No.7 has actually drawn consideration towards France. Carried with pressure, tackled his coronary heart and put strain on the harmful finish line of France. Additionally produces very important turnover.

8 Taulupe Faletau (Wales)

A large exhibition of Faletau forward of cousin Billy Vunipola this week. He was their go-to man by way of portages, by no means stopped tackling and scored his first attempt in Wales since 2016.