The Six Nations kicks off this weekend with expectations high.
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Ireland are looking to repeat last year's Grand Slam, Wales want to regain the crown while England must be happy to simply reassert themselves among rugby's elite.
Here we take a look at the key players, recent form and assess the credentials of the six nations involved.
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