Champions Ireland host England in a highly anticipated Six Nations opener at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, with England looking to bounce back from recent disappointments under new captain Maro Itoje and head coach Steve Borthwick. The return of scrum-half Alex Mitchell and the exciting partnership with Marcus Smith provide hope for England’s attack, while Ireland, led by assistant coach Simon Easterby in Andy Farrell’s absence, aim to overcome recent weaknesses exposed in the autumn tests. With both teams eager to set the tone for the tournament, this clash promises to be a thrilling encounter that could shape the championship’s outcome.
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