Replacement hooker Sheehan claimed Ireland’s crucial fourth try against England.

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The experienced centre scored a hat-trick as the Scots kicked off their Guinness Six Nations campaign by defeating spirited Italy 31-19.

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England were beaten 27-22 by the back-to-back champions in Dublin.

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Despite a solid enough start, Wales wilted to a 13th consecutive defeat against France in Paris to set up a must-win clash with Italy in Rome

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L’équipe de France des -20 ans a laminé le pays de Galles (63-19) à Vannes ce samedi.

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Tries from Jamison Gibson-Park, Bundee Aki, Tadhg Beirne and Dan Sheehan secured a comeback success in Dublin.

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Ireland 27-22 England: Chasing a third consecutive Six Nations crown, Ireland overcame a dogged England performance with a trademark second-half surge

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The visitors fought back until Scotland pulled away.

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Scotland 31-19 Italy: Scotland were stunned by the Azzurri last year and held off a fightback this time to claim a bonus-point win

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Ireland 27-22 England: Double defending champions pull away in the second half to kick-start pursuit of historic third straight title

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Scotland 31-19 Italy: Scotland raced into an early lead but the Azzurri fought back to 19-19 before the hosts pulled away late on

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