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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Robert Kitson

From Ramos to Carré: selecting the best XV of the 2026 Six Nations

Tadhg Beirne; Thomas Ramos; Jack Dempsey.
From left to right, Ireland’s Tadhg Beirne; France’s Thomas Ramos and Scotland’s Jack Dempsey. Composite: Guardian Picture Desk

15. Thomas Ramos France
Plays like the lovechild of Mike Brown and Thomas Castaignède with Jonny Wilkinson levels of marksmanship thrown in. There was never any doubt he would nail that decisive final winning penalty in Paris, just as he did against England in Lyon two years ago. The 30-year-old is the first player to be the top points-scorer in four successive championships and now tops France’s all-time list.

14. Kyle Steyn Scotland
When Scotland and Glasgow play well, the influential Steyn is one of the main reasons why. His interception try from Antoine Dupont’s deflected pass against France at Murrayfield, his second score of the game, neatly summed up his game awareness and pace. His ability to beat defenders and compete strongly in the air also set him apart, although the impressive Rob Baloucoune deserves a mention.

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