With the dust settling on the Rugby World Cup, thoughts in the northern hemisphere are beginning to turn towards the Six Nations so what can we expect from Steve Borthwick and England?
As he prepares to turn out for the World XV at Twickenham against the Barbarians, TRU columnist and Italy international Seb Negri pens his thoughts ahead of a special week, being back at Twickenham, plus he discusses the rest of 2023.
TRU's Elizabeth Cartwright reflects on the experience of watching the Red Roses at Twickenham as England clinched another Six Nations Grand Slam title in front of a record crowd.
Their progression since the arrival of professional contracts has been encouraging and despite England putting another 50 points on an opposition, there are still positives to take for Wales.
England were at their usual, clinical best against Italy on Sunday but there were clear signs that the Red Roses are also beginning to transition into a new era.
Saracens star Billy Vunipola says he is aiming to make it to the England squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France despite not featuring in this year's Six Nations tournament.
Leicester head coach Richard Wigglesworth feels we have to accept that "accidents" happen on a rugby field after Freddie Steward had the red card he received against Ireland rescinded.
Talking Rugby Union's John Wiffen shares his reflections on the Six Nations, including praise for one of France's half-backs and why Jack Willis stood out from the rest.