A blockbuster weekend of Guinness Six Nations action saw Ireland dismantle England, Scotland edge Wales in Cardiff, and France overpower Italy.
From dominant scrummaging to outrageous moments of skill, here is RUCK’s Team of the Week.
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2026 Six Nations Team Of The Week: Round Three
1. Danilo Fischetti (Italy)
Danilo Fischetti made his biggest statement at scrum time, squeezing out crucial penalties and laying a solid platform. One such penalty allowed Paolo Garbisi to get Italy on the board early.
Beyond the set-piece, the Northampton Saints prop carried with intent and stood firm defensively, regularly winning the gain line. In a tough outing for Italy, his physical edge never dipped.
2. Dan Sheehan (Ireland)
Dan Sheehan endured a mixed start, missing an early tackle on Freddie Steward, but quickly settled into the contest. His defensive shift improved as the half wore on.
After the break, his carrying returned with bite and precision. His 42nd-minute bonus-point try injected further authority into Ireland’s dominance and marked a timely return to form.
3. Zander Fagerson (Scotland)
Zander Fagerson produced a defensive clinic in Cardiff, completing 19 tackles without a miss. His work-rate and physical commitment set the tone up front.
In tight exchanges and broken play alike, he remained consistent and uncompromising. It was the type of performance that underpins big away wins.
Second Row
4. Joe McCarthy (Ireland)
Joe McCarthy wasted no time imposing himself, stealing possession inside seven minutes and setting an aggressive tempo. His presence at rucks and mauls disrupted England repeatedly.
Carrying with menace and defending with authority, he brought genuine edge to Ireland’s pack. This was a powerful reminder of his influence when operating at full tilt.
5. Dafydd Jenkins (Wales)
Dafydd Jenkins has long been highly regarded, and this performance reinforced why. Tireless in defence and sharp at the lineout, he competed fiercely throughout.
He matched Scotland’s physicality and remained industrious even as momentum swung. In a narrow defeat, Jenkins’ all-round contribution stood out as a major positive.
Back Row
6. Tadhg Beirne (Ireland)
Shifted to blindside, Tadhg Beirne delivered a colossal display at the breakdown. A vital 37th-minute turnover with England camped on the line swung the contest.
He later held up George Ford in a maul and forced another turnover. Relentless and intelligent, Beirne was central to strangling England’s attacking flow.
7. Rory Darge (Scotland)
Rory Darge thrived in the chaos of a tight encounter. His breakdown interventions halted Welsh momentum at key moments.
Beyond turnovers, he linked effectively in open play and tackled with real bite. It was a gritty, influential display that showcased his growing authority.
8. Caelan Doris (Ireland)
Caelan Doris carried with thunderous authority, repeatedly denting England’s defensive line. His break early in the second half exposed gaps and shifted territory decisively.
Calm under pressure and dominant in contact, Doris combined brute force with composure. It was a quietly commanding performance.
Half-Backs
9. Jamison Gibson-Park (Ireland)
Jamison Gibson-Park controlled proceedings from the base, sniping around the fringes and scoring on 20 minutes. His tempo and distribution stretched England consistently.
His quick recycle created attacking rhythm, while his game management ensured Ireland maintained pressure. He emptied the tank before departing late on.
10. Finn Russell (Scotland)
Finn Russell endured an early missed kick but soon dictated Scotland’s attacking shape. His phase-play passing opened space across the field.
A sharp dummy and composed finish brought his try, while his inventive restart sparked Darcy Graham’s score. When Russell finds rhythm, Scotland thrive.
Centres
12. Stuart McCloskey (Ireland)
Stuart McCloskey began with a thunderous carry and maintained that intensity throughout. His physical presence repeatedly forced England backwards.
Though an intercept blotted the copybook, he responded with a strong break and crunching tackles, including a heavy hit on Ollie Lawrence. His influence remained immense.
13. Emilien Gailleton (France)
Emilien Gailleton injected pace and power into France’s midfield. His slicing break on 28 minutes created the opportunity for Thomas Ramos to strike.
Despite a couple of defensive slips, he finished strongly with a late try and showed sharp edge throughout. His attacking threat outweighed any blemishes.
Back Three
11. Kyle Steyn (Scotland)
Kyle Steyn was sharp from the outset, nearly crossing early before finishing well on 14 minutes. He remained industrious and alert throughout.
Constantly searching for work off his wing, he added energy to Scotland’s backline and capitalised on sustained pressure.
14. Gaël Dréan (France)
Gaël Dréan made a powerful impression on debut with two thumping early tackles. His confidence grew with every touch.
He nearly scored before half-time and later finished superbly from Ramos’ crossfield kick. It was a composed, high-impact introduction to Test rugby.
15. Blair Kinghorn (Scotland)
Blair Kinghorn delivered incision and creativity from deep. His line break carved Wales open and set up Steyn’s score.
Comfortable joining the line or distributing wide, he added tempo and unpredictability. A spellbinding display that underlined Scotland’s attacking spark.
Team Breakdown
England: 0 selections
Ireland: 7 selections
Scotland: 5 selections
France: 2 selections
Italy and Wales: 1 selection
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