The Six Nations is heating up — and so are the debates 🔥

In this episode of Box Unpacked, we break down a massive weekend of Six Nations rugby, with Ireland demolishing England, Wales showing real fight, and big questions being asked about the future of international and club rugby.

We dive deep into England vs Ireland, analysing where it went wrong for England, what Ireland got right, and whether England are facing a genuine identity crisis. From missed chances in the red zone to selection calls and tactical errors, nothing is off limits.

The panel also tackles the Super Rugby vs South Africa debate, reacting to controversial comments about South African teams and explaining why the old Super 12 and Super 14 era was peak rugby. Is less actually more when it comes to elite competitions?

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Schalk’s back in the chair after missing last week, joining Shimmy and JDV to unpack a dramatic Six Nations weekend. They discuss Scotland shocking England yet again as the championship takes another sharp turn. The Calcutta Cup result leaves England on the back foot and turns their clash with Ireland into a must-win, with pressure building fast.

The guys get into why Scotland continue to trouble England, whether Ireland are starting to feel the squeeze, and how open this Six Nations really is. There’s also a close look at France’s growing control, Italy’s steady rise, Wales’ ongoing struggles, and what it all means as the tournament moves into the business end.

Without further ado, let’s unpack the box.

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Shimmy, JdV and Robbie Fleck unpack a wild opening weekend of Six Nations rugby, from Scotland’s shock loss in Rome to France overpowering Ireland and England running riot at Twickenham.

The guys dive into the big questions: is Gregor Townsend under pressure, are Wales getting worse, can Italy really challenge this year, and how on earth did that French forward pass stand? They also check in on the Junior Springboks, with the next generation starting to make serious noise.

Without further ado, let’s unpack the box.

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