Six Nations half-term report: France are flying, England’s steep decline, Ireland rediscover their mojo

Les Bleus have variety and gifted youngsters but, by contrast, Steve Borthwick’s men are predictable and flawed.

IRISH PRIDE: Ireland's Jack Crowley celebrates with family. Pic: Inpho

FRANCE (15 points)

THREE games played, three bonus-point victories banked and the title at their mercy. If they claim another four-try win at Murrayfield on Saturday week, they will secure the crown with a round to spare, setting up a rousing grand slam opportunity in Paris.