A new class of international rugby rookies enters the 2022 Six Nations awaiting their chance to make a mark as fully fledged internationals.
Some coaches have made a conscientious effort to reduce the average age among their squads of late, while other youngsters are set to be awarded bigger responsibilities due to injuries and other absences.
Many of those aged 23 and below have already made their senior debuts or are highly regarded at club level, but the Six Nations will serve as a truer test of their talents at the top of their field.
