Six Nations LIVE: Latest news as Wales and France name sides for opener after England make bold call

England head coach Steve Borthwick previews the Six Nations launch in Rome, with defending champions Ireland aiming for a three-peat and a potentially tough opener against the team that denied them a grand slam last year. France and Wales have confirmed their XVs for their opening night battle, while injured players like Taulupe Faletau and Damian Penaud are ruled out. Scotland’s Duhan van der Merwe is hopeful to be fit for their Italy clash, with key players like Finn Russell looking to make an impact in the tournament.

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