France may be *red-hot favourites” to win the Six Nations according to England coach Eddie Jones*, but several sides will fancy their title chances when spectators return for a 2022 edition that starts this weekend. Several European teams enjoyed a successful November campaign, none more so than the French who thrashed New Zealand 40-25 to round off an unbeaten month. Les Bleus have blended the traditional virtues of forward strength and inventive back play with a defence bolstered by the coaching of former Wales guru Shaun Edwards. France will host the 2023 Rugby World CupFrance last won the …

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