Six Nations Round Four: England Shines, Ireland Stumbles, and Scotland Impresses

England's adaptability and standout performances keep title hopes alive, while Scotland's dynamic play and Ireland's struggles define the weekend.

England dominated Italy with a versatile lineup, showcasing Marcus Smith's brilliance at fullback and Elliot Daly's adaptability in the midfield.
Scotland's backs, led by Blair Kinghorn and Finn Russell, delivered a sensational first-half performance to secure a win over Wales despite a late Welsh resurgence.
Ireland suffered a heavy defeat to France in Dublin, with questions arising over Sam Prendergast's readiness for the fly-half role after a lackluster showing.
Key injuries, including Ollie Lawrence's Achilles injury for England and Antoine Dupont's potential knee injury for France, could impact Lions and title considerations.
Coaching decisions are under scrutiny as Lions coach Andy Farrell faces tough choices, with France's Shaun Edwards expressing strong interest in joining the Lions setup.