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Six Nations team of the tournament: Ireland dominate after securing back-to-back crowns

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A thrilling Six Nations is at an end with Ireland again champions after a tense final weekend win over Scotland.

Andy Farrell’s side may not have secured back-to-back grand slams but were again too good for the rest, setting the tone with an opening night victory over France and retaining their crown.

Their hopes of another clean sweep were derailed by England, who took great strides in this tournament, while France will also be pleased by their progress in the final two rounds after a rough start to the championship.

But perhaps the side happiest with their campaign will, condeming Wales to a bottom-placed finish with victory in Cardiff on Super Saturday.

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