As the Six Nations 2017 tournament is set to kick-off from 4th February, we take a look at six of the players, who might excel for their respective teams.
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt expressed confidence in the availability of Jonny Sexton for the opening game of the Six Nations tournament against Scotland despite the Leinster fly-half carrying a calf injury.
England have received much needed boost ahead of the Six Nations tournament with James Haskell and Jack Clifford joining the training camp in Portugal to prove their fitness.
England coach Eddie Jones was present with a bruised face along with skipper Dylan Hartley during the launch of the Six Nations tournament on Wednesday.
Scotland defence coach Matt Taylor insisted that his side is preparing to play one player short ahead of the Six Nations competition following World Rugby's crackdown on dangerous tackles.
England international James Haskell's participation in the Six Nations opener against France is under doubt after he felt discomfort in his foot during last week's training.
Wales assistant coach Robin McBryde stated that Bath forward Taulupe Faletau is making a good progress ahead of the upcoming Six Nations tournament which begins next month.
Uncapped brothers Niall and Rory Scannell have fought their way into Ireland's 40-man RBS 6 Nations squad thanks to a string of impressive performances with Munster.
Head Coach Eddie Jones previews England's RBS 6 Nations campaign, revealing his thoughts on the opener against France, Dylan Hartley's captaincy, the intensity of the rivalries between each nation and more.
Scotland's upcoming 2017 Six Nations campaign has suffered a major setback as Edinburgh prop WP Nel has been ruled out of the tournament due to injury.
England coach Eddie Jones insisted that Sam Underhill will have to wait for his chance to represent the red rose team ahead of the squad announcement for the upcoming 2017 Six Nations tournament.
Scotland head coach Vern Cotter is backing teams to take more risks in the upcoming Six Nations 2017 tournament, which will see bonus points introduced for the first time.