Gatland’s great, says Roberts

Warren Gatland has been hailed as “a fantastic coach” as he prepares to re-enter the RBS 6 Nations arena in pursuit of an unprecedented title hat-trick.

Gatland is back at the helm of reigning Six Nations champions Wales after missing last season’s tournament while he concentrated on Lions business.

Among all the enviable star quality at Wales’ disposal — match-winners like Leigh Halfpenny, George North and Alex Cuthbert — Gatland’s influence could prove the most significant on a Six Nations campaign that starts this weekend against Millennium Stadium visitors Italy.